How to Receive Land Line Calls on a Computer
If you're tired of paying exorbitant fees for your land line but you still want to receive calls from friends and family, Voice Over Internet Protocol could be your answer. With VOIP, you can receive calls on a computer from land line or cell phones. All you need to get started receiving calls is a unique phone number, which can be obtained from many VOIP companies for a small fee.
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Instructions
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Choose a VOIP service. Many companies provide VOIP services for inbound calls, including Skype, Via Talk and InTalk. In most cases, you'll be required to pay a subscription fee.
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Download the software for your computer from the company you chose in Step 1. Download and installation instructions vary from company to company, but in general, installation will require you to register with a user name, a valid email address and a password.
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Plug your microphone or headset into your computer. You are ready to receive calls. While each program will differ slightly, in general, you'll hear a ringing sound from your computer when you receive a call. A pop-up window will also appear; click the "Answer" button to accept the call.
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Tips & Warnings
Purchase a VOIP phone adapter, and you'll be able to connect a regular phone to your PC to use with VOIP.
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