Web Browsers Leak

Are you sure your Web Browser isn’t leaking your info?
December 16, 2008 · Leave a Comment

Users of Microsoft’s Internet Explorer are being urged by experts to switch to a rival until a serious security flaw has been fixed.

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866 Toll Frees Gaining in Popularity

866 numbers are the newest toll free numbers, released by the Federal Communications Commission in 2000 to address the shortage of 800, 888, and 877 numbers. Once consumers began to recognize the 866 pre-fix as toll free, the value of 866 soared. Recent studies indicate that 9 out of 10 consumers recognize 866 as a toll free number. The 866 numbers are more popular then ever before, increasing in demand every day.

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Toll Free Rationing – Say What?

Facing an extreme dearth of 800 numbers, telecommunications experts are now concerned that a toll free number ration could delay new phone service applications. And in the midst of an economic meltdown, U.S. business owners could not imagine worse news.

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Does Law Enforcement Have the Legal Right to Monitor Phone Calls?

Law enforcement agencies are, when warranted, able to tape the specifics of a conversation or to trace the origins of a call without either party on the call being aware of the surveillance. Under the provisions of CALEA, this applies to all telecommunications companies including VoIP—Voice Over Internet Protocol—services.

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Toll Free Directories Grow

We have noticed the number of directories for toll free phone numbers has blossomed over the past couple of years as toll free service has become the norm for so many business owners. Aside from AT&T, there are numerous independent directories where consumers can search for toll free phone numbers for specific companies or for types of businesses and services. Go to your favorite search engine and you will find a host of toll free directories.

Limited Supply of Toll Frees May Cause Portioning

The stock of available toll free numbers is now so depleted that insiders say government agencies may implement another rationing of the 800, 888, 877, and 866 pre-fixes within months. Rumors of a rationing program have subscribers scrambling to obtain numbers, creating an even more limited supply.

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Does MTNL Work for You?

In New Delhi, India there is a new third generation in phone service. India has many call centers that American companies use to save money by outsourcing customer service centers. This article may help explain – read more here.

Still Waiting On 855

We were anticipating some news by now, mid-March, about the release of reserved toll free phone numbers, specifically the 855 area codes. Still no official word, although the rumor mill continues to grind with promises that we will see these new numbers made available for public use by this time next year. Good service providers and savvy customers are already preparing so they can scoop up a good custom phone number as soon as these new numbers are released. We will continue to keep you posted.

Toll Free Number Availability is Becoming Diminished

Industry insiders say the soaring popularity of toll free service combined with the failure of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to release additional numbers have created a tight supply of 800 numbers in heavy demand.

Once used primarily by big businesses, 800, 888, 877, and 866 toll free numbers are now popular with small businesses, charities, churches, and for personal use. Toll free service has become a staple of all successful businesses. Demand has grown quickly but the supply of numbers has remained stagnant.

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Increasing Toll Free Cost

Due to the ongoing scarcity of 800 area code phone numbers, recent reports are indicating that phone companies are beginning to raise the cost to obtain 800 numbers.

Many providers are expected to follow suit. Get some eye-opening links here.