[CentOS] OT: google voice + chat <- Re: finding the right serial port, enabling & configuring it [was: Re: fax software]>

On 03/29/2011 05:23 PM Les Mikesell wrote:
> ....
> 
>> What tames my enthusiasm about bluetooth though is its maximum range is
>> said to be 20'.  Gimme a wifi phone.
> 
> That was the point of the base station with wireless handsets.  I've 
> seen those with 3 or 4 handsets for well under $100.  They are intended 
> to be used as house extensions while your cell phone is charging near 
> the base.  And at least some take a landline too.

Les,

I'm not understanding the role your cellular phone is playing here.