Be aware that some services don't work during power outages and the service provider may not offer backup power. With normal internet protocols, you can have a network consisting of many routers (20 - 30 or more) which can result in a very high round trip time. Most providers require you to have a custom telephone adapter that is pre-configured for their network so providing your own may not be an option. When you pick up the phone with vvonage.com and dial a phone number the phone adapter (black box) converts your voice into data and sends the data through the Internet in a similar manner to an email message.

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No annual contracts or cancellation fees

This exciting vvonage.com technology allows you to take your phone number with you anywhere you travel. VOIP, pronounced voyp is an acronym for Voice Over Internet Protocol. You can have as many lines you want and each additional line is billed at the same rate as a single line. The people you call do not need to have a computer to communicate with you. Virtual numbers are normally an additional cost but can start out at only $4.99 per month and they can only be used for incoming calls.

Get more features than a regular phone line (some offer 15 or more)

Vonage remained the industry leader with 1.8 million subscriber lines as of 2006. Comcast, which launched its service more slowly than most of its cable rivals, posted a 73% jump in users. VOIP service cost anywhere from $9 per month for a block of 200 minutes to $44 per month or more for business feature with an included a fax line and custom ring features. With vvonage.com you will be able to transfer you old telephone number to your new service provider.