Videoconferencing on your PC

Article Abstract:

Videoconferencing, although possibly beneficial, is expensive and many smaller companies are unable to justify such expenditure. However, it is anticipated that the new MMX technology will put videoconferencing within the reach of small companies. Desktop videoconferencing uses a PC to allow users to share data and files. Players in this market include computer equipment suppliers, resellers and videoconferencing makers. Among the products available are Sony's TriniCom 500 Plus with a built-in microphone, and PictureTel's Live200, which includes a microphone, headset and camera.

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The means to communicate

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Users of videoconferencing systems need to decide which network they are going to use. One of the key technologies in the area is the Internet, which employs the IP protocol, and which can be used to link several different users. Other communication networks include the Integrated Services Digital Network, which is the most popular and which supports the H320 standard. Other options include Local Area Networks and Asynchronous Transfer Mode.

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Reviews

Article Abstract:

An alphabetical review of the UK's main videoconferencing suppliers is presented. Included are BT Conferencing, a unit of telecom operator BT PLC, which also offers audioconferencing services. BT's products include the compact VS1, priced at 5,500 pounds sterling, which operates over two ISDN lines. Other videoconferencing suppliers are reviewed.

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