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rickman
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On 8/14/2013 9:09 PM, Robert Baer wrote:
I don't have the option of using Comcast as they don't service this
area. Cell data connections don't work reliably here either. In fact,
my options for digital connectivity were limited to satellite and
dial-up with a friend on satellite explaining that there isn't a lot of
difference sometimes. Until... someone who provides Internet off of
towers, not cell towers, but dedicated links. He uses a device in the
900 MHz band according to the info I found on it. Initially it didn't
do so well, but after a couple of weeks I have no complaints.
But you gave me an idea. I need to ask my provider if they offer any
sort of VOIP service. Who knows...? They are small, but maybe he is
"connected".
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Rick
rickman wrote:
With many things you can find good, low cost sources. But with some
things you have to choose... "good, fast, cheap - pick two" is common.
I've been Googling for VOIP providers and none of them seem to fair very
well unless they are a bit pricey with plans that remind me of cell
phones with limited minutes. There seem to be a few low cost providers
but they tend to get poor reviews on voice quality or dropped calls or
even completing calls. I've even read about one provider that only
requires a modest yearly payment, but makes it so hard to do that some
give up and subscribe all over again.
I don't get it. This is not new technology. Has anyone found a decent
VOIP provider? I'd like to use my existing phone number (seems not all
will let you transfer a number) and port the device with me when I
travel. Ideally it would support E911 and allow me to easily update the
info when I travel.
Otherwise I just need for it to replace my land line and not cost any
more. I'm only paying $15 a month to Verizon for that, and of course I
have to spit each time I write the check... I'm not a fan.
What are you using?
Looking at it sideways, i use Comcast with voice; looks and acts like a
Bell wired system - but reality is VOIP.
About $65/mo with lowest tier internet and no nationwide (to keep costs
down); supports E911, might be able to port a number.
I don't have the option of using Comcast as they don't service this
area. Cell data connections don't work reliably here either. In fact,
my options for digital connectivity were limited to satellite and
dial-up with a friend on satellite explaining that there isn't a lot of
difference sometimes. Until... someone who provides Internet off of
towers, not cell towers, but dedicated links. He uses a device in the
900 MHz band according to the info I found on it. Initially it didn't
do so well, but after a couple of weeks I have no complaints.
But you gave me an idea. I need to ask my provider if they offer any
sort of VOIP service. Who knows...? They are small, but maybe he is
"connected".
--
Rick