A virtual phone service is an automated system that is basically an answering system that requires no "live" operator. It is much like the answering services of old only automated.
Yes a virtual phone service can eliminate a need for a switchboard operator, though make sure that the virtual service offers everything, that a switchboard operator would.
There are a few different reasons to use a virtual phone service. One of the most important reasons is to remain anonymous, the phone number cannot be tracked back to the user.
A virtual pbx is a piece of call-forwarding software that runs by your virtual phone service. It allows for calls to be forwarded or switched to the phone number of your choise.
You actually program a computer, rather than a phone. What happens is that the computer sends the call to a predefined number based on the extension dialed in the virtual answering service. Then, when someone dials in to the virtual answering service, your phone rings, wherever that phone might be.
Yes, free phone line, or ggl voice are great options when it comes to virtual phone systems. I myself have dropped my landline, and am going with a completely free service and phone number, which I use on my PC, and it has great features.
Access Direct is a business phone resource center. It provides businesses with a variety of services such as basic phone service, fax services, and virtual voicemail among others.
The cost of a virtual phone system most likely varies from company to company. I can't see it being cheap though. Your best bet would to do a comparison of the different companies that offer the service.
There are many different companies that offer virtual phone systems. Grasshopper is the name of one such company. Virtual PBX is another company that has virtual phone systems.
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Broadview Networks provides phone service. The virtual phone system can be configured for any type and size of business. It is also supposedly easy to setup.
VoIPclub is a VoIP Telecommunication Service Provider with the cheapest rates on internet, as well as DID Virtual Phone Numbers and SMS sending feature.
You will typically need access to a phone and computer with interet access. You should also have outstanding customer service skills.