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More VoIP, please!

Nonetheless, the growing popularity of Net phone services has proven that what could have been a passing technology fad is becoming a permanent fixture for how many people make phone calls. More "traditional" phone companies are rolling out Internet phone services -- which are often cheaper and more flexible for customers -- after realizing that upstarts like Vonage Holdings Corp. continue to attract a lot of buzz and substantial business.

Many incumbent providers and legislators have taken a different stance over fears that standards like 911 calling and other features -- as well as revenue sources from phone taxes and other fees -- may be impacted by the rise of Internet phone calling technology. Traditional phone companies, while offering some VoIP services, also are leery of losing control and marketshare to upstart Internet firms.

Very interesting.

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