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CCM and 800 numbers - No One
Posted: Jan 14, 2013
Has anyone noticed that CCMs don't have 800 numbers anymore? They expect us to absorb the cost of a long distance call to talk to our boss. What us up with that?
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then the extension number, which mine has a direct number too, but if you call the 888 number, they usually use the last four numbers as the extension that is on their direct number. also, I think you can call that number above and get a directory. That's the way it used to be anyway. I'm glad I have good long distance that has one monthly cost and no extra charges.
yep, I think everyone knows that 888 numbers - MSmt
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are free just like 800 numbers. Their direct numbers don't start with 888 though. But, the last 4 of their direct numbers are the same as their extension numbers using the 888 and 800 numbers.
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