Trying out an Internet phone

At the risk of promoting a product...

Giving a trial to Magic Jack. Tired of paying AT&T nearly $50 a month. It wouldn't be so bad if they gave you an honest rate, but they quote a rate and then tack on a gillion mysterious fees and taxes. I think it's bull.

So, gambled $40 on Magic Jack after doing research. If it's not what it's cracked up to be, we're not out much. If it's good, we can pocket cash we've been giving away.

Installation on our end is done very painlessly. I'm supposed to get an email within an hour from Magic Jack with a confirmation to get stuff working.

.....supposed to give us unlimited local and U.S. long distance. I invested $40 for the first year (hardware and service). $20 next year.

Will keep you posted.