D-Link and Skype Enable Internet Calls Using Traditional Phones

D-Link and Skype are joining forces in Internet calling.  The two companies have announced their cooperative effort in developing the DPH-50U USB adapter which allows consumers to plug any regular home phone into your computer to make free VoIP phone calls using Skype.  Here are just a few of the features you can expect from the adapter:

• Use a traditional or existing phone to make Skype calls
• Receive or make both traditional telephone and Skype calls from the same phone
• Use an existing traditional phone rather than a headset
• Use a cordless phone and talk freely throughout the house
• Use convenient built in features, including call waiting, conference calling and call forwarding
• Take advantage of Skype's free international calling and talk to other Skype users anywhere in the world for free

The $70 adpater will be available for purchase at  and .

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