All you need to make free voice calls with Google Talk is an Internet connection, a microphone and a speaker. Many newer laptops come with built-in microphones and speakers. If you do not have a microphone, or even if you do, but want the best possible audio experience, we recommend that you use a headset or a handset. This page provides a description of some headsets that you can use with Google Talk as well as some of our recommendations.

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• Plugs directly into your PC/laptop analog audio In/Out connectors
• Ideal for first-time VOIP users
• Low cost option
• Recommendations:
• Logitech Internet Chat Headset
• Plantronics .Audio 90 PC Headset
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• Plugs directly into your PC/laptop USB slot
• Offers best audio quality
• More expensive
• Recommendations:
• Plantronics DSP-500 Digital Headset
• Logitech Premium USB Headset 300
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• Wireless transmitter plugs into your PC/laptop USB slot
• Hands-free device allowing you to talk without wires
• Most expensive
• Recommendations:
• Plantronics CS50-USB Wireless Headset
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