Telefon/en
Since there is no classic phone landline in the dorm, you cannot get a regular landline phone. There are, however, affordable alternatives
SIP
There is a manifold of Voice-over-IP providers using the SIP protocol. An internet connection and a SIP client is required.
SIP Clienten
Telefon
As an example, using Gigaset C610 IP and a router (with an additional LAN connection) you can set up an SIP client in your room. With this Gigaset phone, one can use several providers at the same time. You can therefore switch to cheaper providers when making international calls.
cell phone
You can get software for modern smartphones that cat as SIP Clients. Being able to calf from outside of the dorm is advantageous.
VoIP Router
Es gibt Router die als SIP Client agieren können, diese haben meistens einen Anschluss für ein Analog/Digitales Telefon. z.B.: Cisco WRP400 VoIP
offers
| Provider | monthly charge | landline | cell | landline number (0761...) | flatrate to landllines |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hotzone | 3,50€ | 1,3Ct/min | 11Ct/min | ? | 1,50€ |
| Easybell | 0€ | 0,98Ct/min | 9,8Ct/min | 0,80€/Monat | 2,19€ / 4,19€ |
| personal-voip | 0€ | 1Ct/min | 6,89Ct/min | 0€/Monat | 7,99€ |
| sipgate | 3,90€ | 1Ct/min | 9,9Ct/min | 0€/Monat | 6,90€ (27 Länder) |
Skype
You can reach regular phones using Skpye, as well. You can charge your account with money (via credit card) that can be used for outgoing calls without a monthly charge. Skype also offers incoming services i.e. a regular phone number connected to your Skype account. These are a bit more expensive