Originally Posted by
pittpanther
Drawbacks:
1. This only works when I have the little Vonage box. If I wanted to go on vacation but still use my number, I would need to take the box with me, AND have access to a router to plug into. If I am somewhere with only wireless access, like a hotel room, I cannot use my Vonage setup.
You can configure your vonage account through the dashboard to simultaneously ring on your cell (or other phone). You'll still get the caller id and such but of course will burn through potentially more expensive cell phone minutes.
Skype is an option, has its drawbacks with having to be on.