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Another technological advance worth investigating is the voice over internet protocol, or voip: the ability to make telephone calls over the internet. In the business and traditional phone company world, this technology is still in its infancy. Although voip promises consumers a daring future that includes free local and long-distance calling, it is wise to proceed cautiously. Depending on the service provider, you may need to purchase an internet protocol (IP) phone or a special adapter to use your conventional telephone. Other special adapters allow you to transport your local number to anywhere with broadband internet access. This adapter is just a box that you bring with you when you travel. Just plug into the internet connection, plug in the phone, and voilà: free local calling.