How Do You Call A Regular Phone With Skype?
Besides making Internet calls from computer to computer, Skype can be used to call regular home telephones. Skype calls to home phones require more software, but it’s part of the Skype service and you’ll catch on quickly. Once you have downloaded the free Skype software and created an account, you will have access to other Skype applications, which includes SkypeOut. Download and activate the SkypeOut software. This enables you on your computer to make calls to home phones over the Internet. Purchase Skype credit to connect to any phone for at least 1 minute. If you plan to talk for a long period or place an international call, purchase enough credit to hedge against being cut off during a call. Before you make a call, you’ll need information–the country you’re calling, country code, phone number. Look up the rates on Skype and see if low-rate calling times vary. Input call information into SkypeOut, then place your call.
