342: Babysitting

[jwdd27]

Quad's right - most 1-800 numbers are free only in the U.S.

I can still dial a 1-800 from the UK, but it'll charge it at international rates.

There is a worldwide toll-free calling thing (UIFN) which is developing, but it's not widespread even for big companies.

[DJQuad]

Originally Posted by MichaelG

On BUZZ out Loud from CNET they discussed this. and the callers just had to use the country code then 800 and they could call in.

That's only if you have an international 800 number.

[MichaelG]

Originally Posted by DJQuad

That's only if you have an international 800 number.

I believe you are right again:
http://www.business.att.com/bt/tollfree.jsp

International Voice Service Related Additional Resources

Please note: Only subscribing toll-free numbers can be accessed internationally without charge. If you hear a prompt for a calling card number when you dial from abroad, that toll-free number does not subscribe to this international service. Simply hang up to avoid being charged for the call.

Here's how to call a toll-free number from outside the U.S.

1. Select the country from which you are dialing -- and note the corresponding AT&T Direct Access Number. (Canada, Guam and Saipan do not require an access code to call a U.S.-based toll-free number.)



2. Make sure you have an outside line.
3. Dial the AT&T Direct Access Number on your telephone. For example, in Germany, it is 0-800-2255-288
4. Once you enter the AT&T Direct Access Number, an English-language voice prompt or an AT&T Operator will ask you to enter the 800, 866, 877 or 888 number you are calling
5. Dial the toll-free (800, 866, 877 or 888) number you wish to reach -- for example: 800-123-4567. There is no need to dial "1" before the toll-free number

[DJQuad]

Originally Posted by MichaelG

I believe you are right again:
http://www.business.att.com/bt/tollfree.jsp

I'm just a mere Spooky-wannabe. His knowledge knows no boundaries.

[MichaelG]

Originally Posted by DJQuad

I'm just a mere Spooky-wannabe. His knowledge knows no boundaries.

He doesn't know how to get back ont he show or finish his art work for the DVD