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What does it take to make free phone calls to any person anywhere in the world. Here are the answers:

1. An Internet Connection: Both parties to the call will need a reasonably high speed internet connection, at least 80Kbps up and down.

2. A software phone: You can download the X-Lite from CounterPath HERE. It’s FREE and easy to install and use. There are many others; you can use any of them as long as they say that they are SIP compatible.

3. A SIP account: You can get a FREE one HERE. This link will also provide with a couple of free calls to regular old fashioned phone numbers. Both parties will need an account.

4. Set up the softphones: Instructions here for setting up your softphones.

5. To dial the other party, just enter the 7 digit account number and press the Green button. There is no limit on the number of calls or their duration. You can call anyone who has obtained a SIP account as descirbed in 3. above.

Simple and cost effective way to keep in touch with friends and foes.