Your PC can double as a fax, sending and receiving paperless fax messages over the Internet. Sending a fax over IP (for Internet Protocol) can be less expensive and more effective than faxing as a phone call because:
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done
Do it yourself on your own systems
One way to set up fax over IP is to buy the software yourself. This can cut or reduce monthly fees or per-fax charges.
I recommend: WinFax Pro 10 is a highly rated solution by Symantec, maker of Norton security software. Buy it at
Amazon or many other online vendors.
Outsource the process
You also can outsource your IP faxing for a fee, which can be based on a period of time or on the number of faxes.
I recommend: Compare services from
On Call,
Fax Micro and
LaunchFax.
Combine with VoIP
If you're considering replacing your land-line phone system with voice over IP, take a look at devices that combine VoIP with fax over IP.
I recommend: MultiTech promises substantial savings for long distance, inter-office communication by using its gateway device that connects your fax, phone and data network.
Get a free trial
Some Internet fax companies offer free trials. This is a great way to get to know the service.
I recommend: RapidFax,
Faxback and
Snappy Fax give you 30 days to try their products.