Thanks, that helps explain a lot, I already have a ISP and GV account so just wonder why the phone is more expensive than the OBI 200 ? I see it listed for $149 and I really don't need a dedicated phone if it can be avoided, just a cheap analog phone. Also for some reason my analog telco line service was disconnected or should I say deactivated, how much would it cost to have it turned back on— just trying to compare the cost —I'm paying vonage $281/yr so it would seem any cost will be better in the long run.