If you don't want to invest in a hardware IP phone then you can use a soft IP phone (a soft fone). Soft fones can be installed on a laptop or desktop computer and can then be used with a headset connected to the computer. To get started:
1 Download a soft fone
We recommend
X Lite
and
Zoiper
2 Install the soft fone on your computer
3 Add a headset (or use built in microphone and speaker if present)
4 Put in your Soho66 user details into the soft fone
Then you're ready to make and take calls!
Advantages
- No cost to have calls delivered to you
- Get access to all Soho66's features (call waiting, transfer, conference, music on hold, voicemail notifications etc.)
- Take advantage of Soho66's superb outbound call rates with UK landline calls at 1p per minute
- Get access to great phone features such as multiple line appearance
- No investment in hardware
Disadvantages
- You need a broadband or internet connection
- Some basic setup required
- Your computer needs to be switched on to take calls
- Ties your phone to your computer
- Call quality can be inconsistent and unreliable -
- Generally, we'd not recommend using a soft fone for any more than occasional use
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