calling online

How to Make Local & International Calls Online

Introduction

It can be difficult to keep in touch with friends and family, especially when your life is very hectic and your loved ones live far away. The ability to make calls online makes keeping in touch a lot easier. A lot of online calling programs also have video capabilities so you can see you friends and family while speaking to them, adding dimension to the conversation. There are many programs to choose from.

Difficulty: Easy

Things You'll Need:

- Computer with internet access

Instructions

Step 1

Pick an online calling program. The most popular ones include Skype and Oovoo. These are especially great because if you are talking to people who are also using their computer, the call is free.

Step 2

Go onto the website for the program that you choose. Download the program. Follow the instructions on the website for the download. Make sure to pick the proper download button if there are separate options for Macs and PCs.

Step 3

Set up an account with the program of your choice. This will usually include picking a username and password. You may want to use your real name so that people can find you easily to talk to you.

Step 4

Hook up a credit card to your new account. Calls to landlines and cell phones cost money. Calls to users of the same program as you are free.

Step 5

Inform your friends and family of your new account. Find out if they have an account too and if so, add their name to your friend list so you can call them easily.

Tip

Put a list of phone number of people you will call often near your computer.