1. VoIP Voice over IP

2. VoIP, or Voice over Internet Protocol A method for taking analog audio signals, and turn them into digital data that can be transmitted over the Internet.

3. USE VoIP can turn a standard Internet connection into a way to place free phone calls. By using some of the free VoIP software that is available to make Internet phone calls. Bypassing the phone company (and its charges) entirely.

4. “VoIP is a revolutionary technology that has the potential to completely rework the world's phone systems.”

5. There are three different types of VoIP services in common use today: 1) ATA -- The simplest and most common way. 2) IP Phones -- Specialized phones 3) Computer-to-computer -- This is certainly the easiest way to use VoIP.

6. ATA Allows you to connect a standard phone to your computer or your Internet connection for use with VoIP. An analog-to-digital converter. Takes the analog signal from your traditional phone and converts it into digital data for transmission over the Internet.

7. IP Phones Specialized phones look just like normal phones with a handset, cradle and buttons. IP phones have an RJ-45 Ethernet connector. Connect directly to your router and have all the hardware and software necessary right onboard to handle the IP call.

8. Computer-to-computer All you need is the software, a microphone, speakers, a sound card and an Internet connection, preferably a fast one like you would get through a cable or DSL modem. Except for your normal monthly ISP fee, there is usually no charge for computer- to-computer calls, no matter the distance.

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