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What do I need to use Vodini?
In order to use Vodini service, you will need the following:
- A Broadband Internet connection such as Cable or DSL.
- A MasterCard, Visa Card or access to make payments into a Vodini Bank account.
- An Analog Telephone Adaptor or IP Phone, available from the Vodini shop or electronics retailer
What is VoIP?
VoIP (or Voice over Internet Protocol) is a great new way to make and receive phone calls using your broadband Internet connection instead
of your standard phone line. Vodini converts your phone calls into data that zips through your high-speed Internet connection just like email.
It comes out the other end just like a regular phone call. Your callers will never know that it's any different since it sounds just like a
regular phone call.
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What can Vodini VoIP do for you?
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The big advantage with Vodini is that you can call anywhere, anytime for less money. Using your Internet
connection instead of your phone line is less-expensive. You'll also get more features!
We also have great international rates too, so you can call anywhere in the world for less.
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Does it work the same as my regular phone service?
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Once you're connected, pick up your phone and use it just like you do today. The person you're calling
doesn't need to have Vodini or an Internet connection on their side. They just need a phone. And your phone rings when
someone calls you as it always did. You use your same touch-tone phone. You're just connecting it to Vodini instead of your
old phone company. Also, using Vodini doesn't affect your computer usage. Continue to surf the web or send and receive
email with no problem!
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What is Broadband?
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Broadband is high-speed Internet access such as through a Cable or DSL modem. It gives you a continuous
connection to the Internet at speeds much faster than dial-up. You need a broadband connection to use Vodini because we
insist on consistent high quality audio for all your calls. As a general rule, if you're getting speeds of 50 Kbps or better,
you probably have a broadband connection.
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About Cable Internet
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Cable Internet uses a Cable modem and connects through your existing Cable TV line. Typically your local
Cable TV company would provide your Cable Internet service. This service does not interfere with your TV connection. This
Cable modem lets your computer and any other equipment connect to the Internet faster than a dial-up modem. A typical Cable
Internet connection might have 128 Kbps of upload and 1.5 Mbps of download speeds. Your speeds can vary depending on what
your Cable provider offers, and how many other people in your area are using the same service.
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About Ethernet
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Ethernet is the most common type of network, mainly because it's quick and relatively inexpensive. It is a
wired network that relies on cables to connect all of the equipment in the network. Because all of the equipment is connected
via cables, Ethernet is the fastest and most stable of the home networking options. Due to the speed and stability, Vodini
requires this type of connection. An Ethernet connection looks like a wider version of a phone cable.
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How can I check my Internet connection?
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Have an Internet connection and you're not sure how fast it is? Click here to check
both your upload and download speeds for free. Or you can check your connection rates with your local Internet Provider.
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About DSL Internet Connections
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DSL Internet uses a DSL modem and connects through your standard phone line at speeds much faster than
dial-up. Typically your local phone company would provide your DSL Internet connection. A DSL connection does not interfere
with your telephone conversations as dial-up does and does not generally require any additional wiring. A typical DSL Internet
connection might have 128 Kbps of upload and 1.5 Mbps of download speeds. Your speeds will be higher or lower depending on how
close you are to the Internet Provider's office.
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