How to Receive Phone Messages Via the Internet

Getting started
1. Open your computer's default Internet browser (such as Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox). Browse to a well-known online phone service company, such as Skype (skype.com), Google Voice (google.com/voice), or Vonage (vonage.com).
2. Browse through various online phone services available. Features include text messaging, phone calls, video conferencing. Find the most suitable service for your needs.
3. Choose the Internet phone service that suits you best and register for the service using the on-screen guide directly on the official website.
4. Choose your online phone number or enter your own, if the option is available.
5. Log into the online phone service that you registered for using the username and password you registered with.
6. Share your new online phone number or address with your family and friends using your new messaging system, computer's microphone, or by providing the details with your contacts in person or by using social networks.
7. Use the online phone service by logging in to check messages and to send messages or make phone calls.