The long-awaited 2010 Winter Olympics are finally upon us. The world’s finest athletes have come together in Vancouver, Canada for over two weeks of competition in 15 different sporting events. With over 80 countries represented, the Olympic Games are truly a global event for those participating and for those watching, as well.

Whether you only enjoy the opening and closing ceremonies or plan on staying glued to your TV for all 17 days, you probably will be discussing with your friends and family the victories, the losses, the records set, and all of the memorable moments that will create the history of these games.

If you’re like many, the people you’re close with are scattered across the country and maybe even around the world. It can be challenging to get everyone together to watch the downhill competition, the pairs’ figure skating final, or your favorite ice hockey team. However, with the help of internet phone technology, you can now get together virtually and discuss the happenings of all of the events.

One of the best Internet phone services available to consumers is MediaRing Talk. With free PC to PC calls and free calls to landlines and mobile phones in 8 countries including Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, China, and Australia, it is truly an economical and easy-to-use solution for staying connected during the Olympics and after.

The service has a variety of other useful features too including instant messaging and teleconferencing for up to five users. If you want to have a phone chat about the luge, curling, or the biathlon, MediaRing Talk is truly your best solution.

Along with the free calling service, MediaRing Talk also offers the lowest per minute rates to over 220 global destinations. And, without any hidden fees or a required monthly subscription, it is the most cost-effective and straightforward solution for long distance and significantly surpasses the alternatives such as your local phone company or even other internet phone providers like Skype and Vonage.

So, sign up now for MediaRing Talk to stay connected throughout the games. It only takes a moment, and you can start dialing both locally and long distance with only an internet connection and a headset. Then, get ready to enjoy the Olympics and all their glory with your loved ones, friends, and colleagues near and far.

Schedule of Events

Opening Ceremonies - Friday, 2/12

Alpine Skiing - Starts Saturday, 2/13

Biathlon - Starts Saturday, 2/13

Bobsled - Starts Sunday, 2/21

Cross Country Skiing - Starts Monday, 2/15

Curling - Starts Friday, 2/26

Figure Skating - Starts Monday, 2/15

Freestyle Skiing - Starts Friday, 2/12

Hockey - Starts Thursday, 2/25

Luge - Starts Sunday, 2/14

Nordic Combined - Starts Sunday, 2/14

Short Track Speed Skating - Starts Friday, 2/12

Skeleton - Starts Friday, 2/19

Ski Jumping - Starts Saturday, 2/13

Snowboarding - Starts Monday, 2/15

Speed Skating - Starts Saturday, 2/13