Introduction
Residential VoIP is a type of VoIP service, which is well adapted for household solutions. Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) uses your internet connection to place and receive calls. The development of high-speed internet (e.g. broadband connection) has made this technology available for a low monthly flat rate for residential consumers.
This service is best for residential and small business users who don’t want to feel the big difference between traditional PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network) and VoIP.
How to Get Started
Here are the few steps for setting up residential VoIP service –
1. An internet connection with good speed is required to use VoIP services, since VoIP calls are routed through internet connection.
2. Choose the right residential VoIP service provider. You can do this by visiting the provider's web site and research their plans and services to see which plan fits your needs.
3. VoIP Adaptor or Analog Telephone Adaptor (ATA) is required. You can use your normal phones with residential VoIP service, but some providers require that you use adaptors for optimal system functioning and good sound quality.
4. You will need a telephone to use this service. You can also use microphone and headset connected to a computer instead of phone.
Features
Residential VoIP enables the user to make long distance or an international call at a lower rate than PSTN rate. VoIP service providers have various calling plans that are suitable for everyone. Many of the residential VoIP service providers are consistent, reputable and cheaper. Services provided by the residential VoIP provider includes many features like call forwarding, call waiting, voicemail, caller ID, three-way calling, Do not disturb, Anonymous call block, etc., which are required for home user.