subject: New Options For Making International Calls [print this page] As comfortable as modern communication are, they've always had one major set back: the high prices. As a result, making international calls has proven to be problematic for many people. Up till now, that is. In recent years, companies like Orange, O2, Vodafone and T-mobile have been working towards solving this problem. The result? They invented the calling cards, so people can make cheap calls. Now we're given the opportunity to both keep in touch with our loved ones abroad, and to pay low phone bills at the end of the month. So don't waste any time pondering and go get your card right now!
Still not convinced? Then maybe you should know that the latest plans offered by these companies provide free international calls, so that you can have enough time to chat with your friends and relatives alike! But if you don't feel comfortable in the idea of using calling cards, even after everything said, then you should not despair: there are other means for long distance communication as well. The VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) system can be exactly what you've been looking for. The only things required in order to use this service, is having both Internet connection and a PC. Get these two and you'd be able to make cheap calls to everywhere.
Another option you have, is the Skype to Skype connection. The only thing you need is for both you and the recipient to have Skype accounts. If so, then the software allows you to make free calls and even video calls, as long as your Internet provider doesn't decide to play tricks on you. Strangely enough, Skype is considered to be more expensive then other options.
The last option for long distance calls that we'd discuss, are the access numbers. This offer low rates and are fairly easy to use. All you need to remember is that first you need to enter the access code and then the wanted number. This way you get connected immediately, but at lower prices.
Bottom line is, all these options have their benefits, depending on what you're looking for. So you'd better compare them online, before choosing one!
