Vonage first impressions

I finally got my Vonage kit the other day, so I installed it and started using it. My first impression: wow! Setup was very easy, and the web-based interface works well, making it easy to see call details and change settings. I have a two-line desk phone, so I unplugged my business line (which forwards to my cell) to use the Vonage adapter instead. Call quality has been quite good, with an occasional pop or crackle. Because I have an integrated DSL modem/router, I can’t install the Vonage box as the first “upstream” device. Doing so allows the box to do quality-of-service metering to reserve enough bandwidth for phone calls. I’ll have to live with it. On the other hand, I love having a Redmond phone number, and the money we’ll save from having calls between me and people in Redmond will quickly outweigh the $15/month. So, call me (425/818-0484), and let me know if you’re interested in signing up for Vonage– if I refer you, we each get a free month of service.