How It Works
Internet Telephone Service, works by transforming analog audio signals, like the kind you hear when you talk on the phone, into a digital signal that can be transmitted over the Internet and converted back to voice at the other end. Some Internet Telephone Services work with special software that enables you to use your PC speakers and microphone to “call” another PC. Other Internet Telephone Services, like the kind offered by Apache Networks, work with an adapter that enables you to use a standard telephone to call anyone, anywhere. You dial the same way you normally would and the person you are calling doesn't require anything special to talk to you. In fact, when you use Apache Networks, they probably won't even hear a difference. Apache Network’s nationwide network delivers clear, dependable phone service at a fraction of the cost of traditional phone services.
Subscribing to a Internet Telephone Service requires a broadband (high speed internet) connection. You can use the same connection you use for your computer and still talk on the phone while you are online or when your computer is turned off.
Because Internet Telephone Service leverages the power of the Internet, it provides advantages that aren't available with regular phone services. For example, you can:
- Select a phone number with an area code outside of your calling area.
- Take your telephone adapter with you to make and receive calls when you travel. All you need is a high speed internet connection.
- Manage your preferences, features, and listen to your voicemails online.
- Set up multiple virtual telephone numbers to provide friends, family, and customers with a local number where they can reach you.
- Talk all you want to other Internet Telephone Service subscribers - for free regardless of their location!
- Enjoy features such as Call Return (*69) without paying more.
Apache Networks offers unlimited calling throughout the U.S. and Canada for less than $30 and all ApacheNet plans include advanced features that typically cost extra with other providers.
More questions about Internet Telephone Service? Visit our FAQ page for answers.