Many people are doing just that. But keep in mind that there are some disadvantages to using
VoIP as your exclusive phone line. These include:
- If your internet connection is down, you lose your phone service also;
- Only some VoIP providers offer 911 emergency calls;
- While voice quality is almost as good as with traditional phone lines, there are occasional glitches such as echoes and slight delays;
- If you can't get a phone number in your local area, your neighbors' calls to you will be long distance for them;
- If your broadband connection is DSL, you will probably still need a traditional phone line into your home;
- Your phone number will not appear in the phone book or directory assistance;
- Downloading a large file off the internet while on the phone can cause significant call degradation, or cut the phone call altogether. Low-cost routers are available that prioritize a VoIP connection to eliminate this problem.