Disadvantages of VoIP

    Becuase VoIP systems require your boadband connection (and therefore electricity) to work, the system will fail in the event of a power outage.  By contrast, your old-fashioned landline phone does not require electricity.  This isn't a problem for cell phone owners.  But, if you lack a cell phone and have a life-threatening medical condition or other reason for making sure you always have a dial tone, you may want to keep your landline.  Also, if you don't have boadband, VoIP probably won't save you money.  It costs you about the same as a bundled plan from a traditional phone carrier ($50-$60).