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Thu, 02 September 2010 07:59  |
Mr ERFisher
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Since Richard is out of the country, I will have to send this ;>)
*Free phone calls* - not computer-to-computer, but computer-to-phone.
If you are not using the gmail "call phone" , you might want to consider
using it for when JimK puts you on hold;>).
http://mail.google.com/support/bin/answer.py?hl=en&answer=188269
For this, Skype charges 2.1 cents/min, MagicJack is $40, and ( gmail, does
the call part of ) cell phones/iphone/ ipad , which works anywhere but the
cost is $40+ each month.
If you have wifi or internet access, (free, like from McDonalds, or
STARBUCKS or etc) You can call, from your computer, any phone in the USA or
CANADA for free.
To get ready to make free phone calls from Gmail , you might do the
following:
1 open a gmail account
*http://tinyurl.com/2btuwww
*
2 test your microphone (to see if you have one on your laptop)
http://www.ehow.com/how_2293085_test-computer-microphone.html
(short form is:)
Start -programs- accessories - entertainment-- sound recorder)
if your computer does not have a microphone buy one at the Dollar Store for
$1, (also has an earphone)
http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/showphoto.php?photo=35687&title=laptop-mic&cat=3619
Many laptop computers already have a camera and mic, so you are set.
If you want a camera, here is one from GE for $20
http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/showphoto.php?photo=35686&title=usb-camera&cat=3619
( Video is a whole different topic ;>)
not hard to find a free wifi these days
gene
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| Re: [GMCnet] FREE CALLS FROM GMAIL [message #98184 is a reply to message #98180] |
Thu, 02 September 2010 08:12  |
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Interesting concept. However, what I don't like is Google setting yet
another hook in the mouth of computer users. They've grabbed enough
information from me already. I quote from the web page.
"In addition to sharing voice and video chats with your contacts from
computer to computer, you can also place and receive phone calls to any
landline or mobile phone number in Gmail."
Sounds innocent enough. However, once you give Google information it is no
longer yours but theirs. Even if you delete some piece of information, like
someone's address, phone number and other notes related to the person, they
still keep it for their own marketing purposes.
Big brother is no longer the federal government or some Russian agent in
Moscow but Google.
Byron Songer
1978 Royale by Coachmen
Louisville, KY
Personal - http://web.me.com/bnsonger
Eastern States - http://www.gmceast.com
Mr.erf ERFisher wrote:
> Since Richard is out of the country, I will have to send this ;>)
>
> *Free phone calls* - not computer-to-computer, but computer-to-phone.
>
> If you are not using the gmail "call phone" , you might want to consider
> using it for when JimK puts you on hold;>).
> http://mail.google.com/support/bin/answer.py?hl=en&answer=188269
>
> For this, Skype charges 2.1 cents/min, MagicJack is $40, and ( gmail, does
> the call part of ) cell phones/iphone/ ipad , which works anywhere but the
> cost is $40+ each month.
>
> If you have wifi or internet access, (free, like from McDonalds, or
> STARBUCKS or etc) You can call, from your computer, any phone in the USA or
> CANADA for free.
>
> To get ready to make free phone calls from Gmail , you might do the
> following:
>
> 1 open a gmail account
> *http://tinyurl.com/2btuwww
> *
> 2 test your microphone (to see if you have one on your laptop)
> http://www.ehow.com/how_2293085_test-computer-microphone.html
>
> (short form is:)
> Start -programs- accessories - entertainment-- sound recorder)
>
>
> if your computer does not have a microphone buy one at the Dollar Store for
> $1, (also has an earphone)
> http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/showphoto.php?photo=35687&title=laptop-mic&c
> at=3619
>
> Many laptop computers already have a camera and mic, so you are set.
>
> If you want a camera, here is one from GE for $20
> http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/showphoto.php?photo=35686&title=usb-camera&c
> at=3619
>
> ( Video is a whole different topic ;>)
>
> not hard to find a free wifi these days
> gene
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| Re: [GMCnet] FREE CALLS FROM GMAIL [message #98260 is a reply to message #98180] |
Thu, 02 September 2010 16:52 |
bukzin
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Location: North California
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[quote title=Mr ERFisher wrote on Thu, 02 September 2010 05:59] Since Richard is out of the country, I will have to send this ;>)
*Free phone calls* - not computer-to-computer, but computer-to-phone.
If you are not using the gmail "call phone" , you might want to consider
using it for when JimK puts you on hold;>).
http://mail.google.com/support/bin/answer.py?hl=en&answer=188269
For this, Skype charges 2.1 cents/min, MagicJack is $40, and ( gmail, does
the call part of ) cell phones/iphone/ ipad , which works anywhere but the
cost is $40+ each month.
If you have wifi or internet access, (free, like from McDonalds, or
STARBUCKS or etc) You can call, from your computer, any phone in the USA or
CANADA for free.
To get ready to make free phone calls from Gmail , you might do the
following:
1 open a gmail account
*http://tinyurl.com/2btuwww
*
2 test your microphone (to see if you have one on your laptop)
http://www.ehow.com/how_2293085_test-computer-microphone.html
(short form is:)
Start -programs- accessories - entertainment-- sound recorder)
if your computer does not have a microphone buy one at the Dollar Store for
$1, (also has an earphone)
http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/showphoto.php?photo=35687&title=laptop-mic&cat=3619
Many laptop computers already have a camera and mic, so you are set.
If you want a camera, here is one from GE for $20
http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/showphoto.php?photo=35686&title=usb-camera&cat=3619
( Video is a whole different topic ;>)
not hard to find a free wifi these days
gene
--
Gene Fisher -- 74-23,77PB/ore/ca
“Give a man a fish; you have fed him for today --- give him a URL and
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Gene,
Not exactly out of the country; we are in Manhattan.
Walking all around the city in search of a GMC to photograph!
None yet but did run into a movie star (Mr. Big, AKA Chris Noth)
at the Plaza Hotel.
A little amazed they let us in a place so upscale as
a hotel which housed the Beatles; I guess we fooled 'em!
Thanks again Gene (and others) for covering during
my vacation.
Bukzin
1977 Palm Beach
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| Re: [GMCnet] FREE CALLS FROM GMAIL [message #98332 is a reply to message #98180] |
Fri, 03 September 2010 08:24 |
Steven Ferguson
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Gene,
Another great, interesting topic you could present at GMCWS Las Vegas.
Steve
(Still holding a couple slots on the tech calendar)
On Thu, Sep 2, 2010 at 5:59 AM, Mr.erf ERFisher <mr.erfisher@gmail.com> wrote:
> Since Richard is out of the country, I will have to send this ;>)
>
> *Free phone calls* - not computer-to-computer, but computer-to-phone.
>
> If you are not using the gmail "call phone" , you might want to consider
> using it for when JimK puts you on hold;>).
> http://mail.google.com/support/bin/answer.py?hl=en&answer=188269
>
> For this, Skype charges 2.1 cents/min, MagicJack is $40, and ( gmail, does
> the call part of ) cell phones/iphone/ ipad , which works anywhere but the
> cost is $40+ each month.
>
> If you have wifi or internet access, (free, like from McDonalds, or
> STARBUCKS or etc) You can call, from your computer, any phone in the USA or
> CANADA for free.
>
> To get ready to make free phone calls from Gmail , you might do the
> following:
>
> 1 open a gmail account
> *http://tinyurl.com/2btuwww
> *
> 2 test your microphone (to see if you have one on your laptop)
> http://www.ehow.com/how_2293085_test-computer-microphone.html
>
> (short form is:)
> Start -programs- accessories - entertainment-- sound recorder)
>
>
> if your computer does not have a microphone buy one at the Dollar Store for
> $1, (also has an earphone)
> http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/showphoto.php?photo=35687&title=laptop-mic&cat=3619
>
> Many laptop computers already have a camera and mic, so you are set.
>
> If you want a camera, here is one from GE for $20
> http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/showphoto.php?photo=35686&title=usb-camera&cat=3619
>
> ( Video is a whole different topic ;>)
>
> not hard to find a free wifi these days
> gene
>
> --
> Gene Fisher -- 74-23,77PB/ore/ca
> “Give a man a fish; you have fed him for today --- give him a URL and
> -------
> http://gmcmotorhome.info/
> Alternator Protection Cable
> http://gmcmotorhome.info/APC.html
> _______________________________________________
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'76 EII
Sierra Vista, AZ
Urethane bushing source
www.bdub.net/ferguson/
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| Re: [GMCnet] FREE CALLS FROM GMAIL [message #98814 is a reply to message #98332] |
Tue, 07 September 2010 06:40 |
Mr ERFisher
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you are killing me ;>)
I really want to go to the GMCWS, but lots of things getting in the way.....
sorry I cannot be more helpful
gene
> Gene,
> Another great, interesting topic you could present at GMCWS Las Vegas.
> Steve
> (Still holding a couple slots on the tech calendar)
>
> On Thu, Sep 2, 2010 at 5:59 AM, Mr.erf ERFisher <mr.erfisher@gmail.com>
> wrote:
> > Since Richard is out of the country, I will have to send this ;>)
> >
> > *Free phone calls* - not computer-to-computer, but computer-to-phone.
> >
> > If you are not using the gmail "call phone" , you might want to consider
> > using it for when JimK puts you on hold;>).
> > http://mail.google.com/support/bin/answer.py?hl=en&answer=188269
> >
> > For this, Skype charges 2.1 cents/min, MagicJack is $40, and ( gmail,
> does
> > the call part of ) cell phones/iphone/ ipad , which works anywhere but
> the
> > cost is $40+ each month.
> >
> > If you have wifi or internet access, (free, like from McDonalds, or
> > STARBUCKS or etc) You can call, from your computer, any phone in the USA
> or
> > CANADA for free.
> >
> > To get ready to make free phone calls from Gmail , you might do the
> > following:
> >
> > 1 open a gmail account
> > *http://tinyurl.com/2btuwww
> > *
> > 2 test your microphone (to see if you have one on your laptop)
> > http://www.ehow.com/how_2293085_test-computer-microphone.html
> >
> > (short form is:)
> > Start -programs- accessories - entertainment-- sound recorder)
> >
> >
> > if your computer does not have a microphone buy one at the Dollar Store
> for
> > $1, (also has an earphone)
> >
> http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/showphoto.php?photo=35687&title=laptop-mic&cat=3619
> >
> > Many laptop computers already have a camera and mic, so you are set.
> >
> > If you want a camera, here is one from GE for $20
> >
> http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/showphoto.php?photo=35686&title=usb-camera&cat=3619
> >
> > ( Video is a whole different topic ;>)
> >
> > not hard to find a free wifi these days
> > gene
> >
> > --
> > Gene Fisher -- 74-23,77PB/ore/ca
> > “Give a man a fish; you have fed him for today --- give him a URL and
> > -------
> > http://gmcmotorhome.info/
> > Alternator Protection Cable
> > http://gmcmotorhome.info/APC.html
> > _______________________________________________
> > GMCnet mailing list
> > List Information and Subscription Options:
> > http://temp.gmcnet.org/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/gmclist
> >
>
>
>
> --
> Steve Ferguson
> '76 EII
> Sierra Vista, AZ
> Urethane bushing source
> www.bdub.net/ferguson/
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Gene Fisher -- 74-23,77PB/ore/ca
“Give a man a fish; you have fed him for today --- give him a URL and
-------
http://gmcmotorhome.info/
Alternator Protection Cable
http://gmcmotorhome.info/APC.html
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| Re: [GMCnet] FREE CALLS FROM GMAIL [message #98820 is a reply to message #98814] |
Tue, 07 September 2010 07:14 |
Steven Ferguson
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I'm pretty sure Duane Simmons isn't going to make it so I'm
desparately seeking any and all replacements. I was hoping for some
assistance from Jim Hupy but he's wrapped around the axle with his
wife's major health issues.
On Tue, Sep 7, 2010 at 4:40 AM, Mr.erf ERFisher <mr.erfisher@gmail.com> wrote:
> you are killing me ;>)
>
> I really want to go to the GMCWS, but lots of things getting in the way.....
>
> sorry I cannot be more helpful
> gene
>
>
>
>
>> Gene,
>> Another great, interesting topic you could present at GMCWS Las Vegas.
>> Steve
>> (Still holding a couple slots on the tech calendar)
>>
>> On Thu, Sep 2, 2010 at 5:59 AM, Mr.erf ERFisher <mr.erfisher@gmail.com>
>> wrote:
>> > Since Richard is out of the country, I will have to send this ;>)
>> >
>> > *Free phone calls* - not computer-to-computer, but computer-to-phone.
>> >
>> > If you are not using the gmail "call phone" , you might want to consider
>> > using it for when JimK puts you on hold;>).
>> > http://mail.google.com/support/bin/answer.py?hl=en&answer=188269
>> >
>> > For this, Skype charges 2.1 cents/min, MagicJack is $40, and ( gmail,
>> does
>> > the call part of ) cell phones/iphone/ ipad , which works anywhere but
>> the
>> > cost is $40+ each month.
>> >
>> > If you have wifi or internet access, (free, like from McDonalds, or
>> > STARBUCKS or etc) You can call, from your computer, any phone in the USA
>> or
>> > CANADA for free.
>> >
>> > To get ready to make free phone calls from Gmail , you might do the
>> > following:
>> >
>> > 1 open a gmail account
>> > *http://tinyurl.com/2btuwww
>> > *
>> > 2 test your microphone (to see if you have one on your laptop)
>> > http://www.ehow.com/how_2293085_test-computer-microphone.html
>> >
>> > (short form is:)
>> > Start -programs- accessories - entertainment-- sound recorder)
>> >
>> >
>> > if your computer does not have a microphone buy one at the Dollar Store
>> for
>> > $1, (also has an earphone)
>> >
>> http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/showphoto.php?photo=35687&title=laptop-mic&cat=3619
>> >
>> > Many laptop computers already have a camera and mic, so you are set.
>> >
>> > If you want a camera, here is one from GE for $20
>> >
>> http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/showphoto.php?photo=35686&title=usb-camera&cat=3619
>> >
>> > ( Video is a whole different topic ;>)
>> >
>> > not hard to find a free wifi these days
>> > gene
>> >
>> > --
>> > Gene Fisher -- 74-23,77PB/ore/ca
>> > “Give a man a fish; you have fed him for today --- give him a URL and
>> > -------
>> > http://gmcmotorhome.info/
>> > Alternator Protection Cable
>> > http://gmcmotorhome.info/APC.html
>> > _______________________________________________
>> > GMCnet mailing list
>> > List Information and Subscription Options:
>> > http://temp.gmcnet.org/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/gmclist
>> >
>>
>>
>>
>> --
>> Steve Ferguson
>> '76 EII
>> Sierra Vista, AZ
>> Urethane bushing source
>> www.bdub.net/ferguson/
>> _______________________________________________
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>
>
>
> --
> Gene Fisher -- 74-23,77PB/ore/ca
> “Give a man a fish; you have fed him for today --- give him a URL and
> -------
> http://gmcmotorhome.info/
> Alternator Protection Cable
> http://gmcmotorhome.info/APC.html
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'76 EII
Sierra Vista, AZ
Urethane bushing source
www.bdub.net/ferguson/
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| Re: [GMCnet] FREE CALLS FROM GMAIL [message #98823 is a reply to message #98180] |
Tue, 07 September 2010 07:37 |
Rusty
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I tried this yesterday, pretty cool. Still, nothin' like free phone calls to land lines and cell phones, to choke internet bandwidth. Besides, I thought we were supposed to be creating jobs, not eliminating them LOL
Rusty
75 Glenbrook
Philadelphia Pa
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| Re: [GMCnet] FREE CALLS FROM GMAIL [message #98867 is a reply to message #98862] |
Tue, 07 September 2010 16:48 |
Steven Ferguson
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He is in a convalescent home. Doing better, but not well.
On Tue, Sep 7, 2010 at 1:34 PM, Nelson Wright <f25ccapt@gmail.com> wrote:
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> On Sep 7, 2010, at 8:14 AM, Steven Ferguson wrote:
>
>> I'm pretty sure Duane Simmons isn't going to make it so I'm
>> desparately seeking any and all replacements.
>
> Gee, I hope that you mean to say Duanne isn't going to make it to the
> rally and will hopefully recover for future rallies.
> Any update on his situation?
>
>
> Nelson Wright
> Orlando FL
> 78 Royale rear bath
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Sierra Vista, AZ
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| Re: [GMCnet] FREE CALLS FROM GMAIL [message #98884 is a reply to message #98867] |
Tue, 07 September 2010 18:48 |
bill schurman
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Having met Duane at the Estes Park rally and watched his Onan video several times he has my prayers.
William S. Schurman
P.O. 773325
Steamboat Springs, CO at the foot of Rabbit Ears Pass
970-846-4212
> Date: Tue, 7 Sep 2010 14:48:39 -0700
> From: botiemad11@gmail.com
> To: gmclist@temp.gmcnet.org
> Subject: Re: [GMCnet] FREE CALLS FROM GMAIL
>
> He is in a convalescent home. Doing better, but not well.
>
> On Tue, Sep 7, 2010 at 1:34 PM, Nelson Wright <f25ccapt@gmail.com> wrote:
> >
> > On Sep 7, 2010, at 8:14 AM, Steven Ferguson wrote:
> >
> >> I'm pretty sure Duane Simmons isn't going to make it so I'm
> >> desparately seeking any and all replacements.
> >
> > Gee, I hope that you mean to say Duanne isn't going to make it to the
> > rally and will hopefully recover for future rallies.
> > Any update on his situation?
> >
> >
> > Nelson Wright
> > Orlando FL
> > 78 Royale rear bath
> >
> >
> >
> > _______________________________________________
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>
>
>
> --
> Steve Ferguson
> '76 EII
> Sierra Vista, AZ
> Urethane bushing source
> www.bdub.net/ferguson/
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