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Information about calling cards, toll calling, long-distance calling, cell phone radiation shields and computer-based telephone services.

Long Distance

  • Long-Distance
    Helpful information to sort through various long-distance "deals."  

Computer Technology and Phone Calls

Toll Calling

  • 900 Numbers
    FTC's 900 Number Rule, outlining necessary disclosures, exceptions and how to handle billing disputes.

Telephone Service Fraud & Scams

  • International Telephone Number Scams
    How best to avoid being taken in by costly international telephone number scams, including specific tips for identifying authentic international calls.
  • Messages
    Tips for recognizing costly telephone traps masquerading as genuine messages.
  • Cramming
    How to recognize a phone bill "crammed" with extraneous charges and how to avoid them.
  • Unauthorized Charges
    Understanding how to get refunds from unauthorized phone charges, including terms and conditions for disputing 900 numbers.

Cell Phones

  • Radiation Shields
    Important information regarding so-called "radiation shields" for cell phones.