Andrew,

AC> Are they still free?

Generally, yes.  For example, here in the Atlanta Metro area, I have a
local calling area of nearly 100 square miles (if not more) over four
area codes.  We do have to dial the area code first before we make a
call.  Long distance is pretty cheap.  I pay five cents a minute for LD
myself, but if I really wanted to, I can pay $40 a month and get
unlimited LD to US and Canada.

Later,
Sean
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