Bully Lord

Part-127

James pulled up the contact information for the seller. "Let's see if we can track this guy," he said, studying the phone number. "You need an NID to buy a SIM card, right? So, we should be able to trace the owner."

Regular mobile numbers in Bangladesh are issued by telecom companies. To obtain a regular mobile number, individuals must provide their National Identification Number (NID) for registration. This requirement ensures that the ownership of the number can be traced back to the individual. The process helps in maintaining accountability and security, as the telecom companies can verify the identity of the users. This tracing mechanism is crucial for various purposes, including legal, security, and emergency situations, ensuring that mobile phone usage in Bangladesh is regulated and monitored effectively.

IP phone numbers: These are internet-based phone numbers that don't necessarily require an NID for registration. They are often used for internet-based communication services like VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) and don't have the same traceability as regular mobile numbers.

As he examined the number, a strange realization dawned on him. It wasn't a regular mobile number issued by any of the telecom companies. It was an IP phone number.

"This is weird," James muttered, showing the number to Ryan. "It's an IP phone number. You can only make voice calls or send voice messages with these."

Ryan's eyebrows furrowed in confusion. "So, we can't send them a message?"

James shook his head. "Not a text message, at least. An IP phone is essentially a phone connected to the internet, rather than the traditional phone network. They use internet protocols (like VoIP) to make calls, and they often don't have the same features as regular mobile phones, such as SMS or MMS, like a LAN phone we used in the past. We could try calling them again, but I doubt they'll pick up.

These are internet-based phone numbers that don't necessarily require an NID for registration. They are often used for internet-based communication services like VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) and don't have the same traceability as regular mobile numbers.

The lack of an NID requirement means that IP phone numbers don't have the same level of traceability as regular mobile numbers. This can make it more challenging to identify and verify the owners of IP phone numbers. While this anonymity can be beneficial for privacy, it can also pose challenges for security and accountability. Law enforcement agencies may find it more difficult to trace calls made from IP phone numbers, which can be a concern in cases of misuse or illegal activities.

Sourov then asked, "Then how did he message us?"

James pondered for a moment and replied, "Well, there might be a new model of IP phone that allows sending messages. I'm not sure, but I need to research it more."

"Well, in the end, they are scamming people," Ryan pointed out. "Even if they were using a SIM card, it could be from an illegal source."

Sourov, growing increasingly agitated, added, "We can't just sit here and do nothing. We need to do something about it."