Things You'll Need:
- A computer and an internet connection (Dell has some great deals, and internet, especially dial up, has never been more affordable!)
- An e-mail service (if you don't already have one, you might try a free service such as at Gmail.com or MSN.com)
- You may also need Adobe Acrobat Reader or some other document reader (try Adobe.com or download the programs recommended by the service you choose).
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Step 1
Do a few minutes of online research. Open a Web browser, go to a search engine site, and type in "internet fax." Look at the first page or two of results that come up.
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Step 2
Select a service that meets your requirements - I recommend finding one that seems easy and reliable. Also make sure you understand and are comfortable if any costs are involved (especially if you are using a free trial of a service).
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Step 3
Fill out the application form at the service's Web site. This will include entering some personal and billing information (if any costs are involved). You will also be asked for your email address and be given a fax number that people can use to send faxes to you.
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Step 4
This short signup process should be all you need to get started! You should now be able to receive faxes to your e-mail inbox (when someone sends a fax to the fax number you were given) or to send faxes from your inbox to a standard fax machine.
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Step 5
To send a fax, compose an e=mail message and attach any documents you'd like to send. In the "To" field of the e-mail, enter the e-mail address according to the directions provided by the service. eFax, for instance, you would enter the fax number followed by @efaxsend.com (e.g., 1234567890@efaxsend.com).
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Step 6
To receive a fax, the sender only needs to enter the fax number that the service gave to you. The fax will come to your inbox as an attachment to an e-mail. Just open the attachment to view the fax.
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Step 7
Not that I'm really advocating violence against your fax machine... might just want to watch the movie instead.Either donate, trash, or destroy (Office Space-style) your old fax machine. Enjoy the time and money you'll save! No more ink, ribbons, paper jams, or busy signals. Now, what do we do about the copier?
