Jan
26
2007
Videoconferencing is a great way to conduct business meetings, and to demonstrate products. However, before using videoconferencing as a business tool you should know what you need, and what it costs.
The easiest is to set up a computer-based or desktop video conferencing system. For this, you need a camera, microphone, external speakers and a network […]
Jan
25
2007
When you look at a videoconference through the eyes of a student you realise how useful it is as a classroom tool. It leads to greater interaction between the students and the teacher, generates greater enthusiasm in the classroom and makes learning more fun. However, for this to happen the videoconference should adopt a student […]
Jan
24
2007
Initially all audio and video was in analog form. This made it difficult to transmit audio and video data over the internet. However, today both audio and video is being recorded in digital formats, and is being transmitted over the net both as stored as well as live data. The technology, known as video over […]
Jan
23
2007
The utility of videoconferencing as a classroom tool cannot be doubted. However, for videoconferencing to be successful it is essential to hold training sessions for teachers. These sessions must focus on development of course content, devising of videoconferencing formats and use of videoconferencing equipment.
Teachers must realize that videoconferencing is only a delivery tool. They cannot […]
Jan
22
2007
There was a time when videoconferences were limited to large corporations and government establishments that could afford expensive video conferencing hardware. Today, the effect of video and web conferencing on communication can be seen everywhere.
This is because web and video conferencing has become more affordable thanks to the development of powerful processors and high-speed Internet […]
Jan
22
2007
It is hard to describe the uses of videoconferencing. Among other things, it can be used in education, training, business, telecommunication, surveillance, emergency response, security and telemedicine.
Its greatest advantage is that it allows people to communicate with each other, in real time, even though they may be based in several remote locations. It also allows […]
Jan
22
2007
Video conferencing provides face-to-face communication and makes it possible for people in different locations to work together. Collaboration can be enhanced by integrating tools like shared applications, shared whiteboards and data transfer. However, to achieve all this you should know how to conduct videoconference meets
The level of participation depends on the quality of the audio […]
Jan
22
2007
It is not easy for businesses to provide an adequate level of service to customers who are widely dispersed. This is where web conferencing can improve your business processes, and returns. It can bring you closer to your customers, improve employee interaction and cut travel costs.
Web conferencing especially benefits merchants online. It helps to lower […]
Jan
21
2007
The reason why videoconferencing is catching on is because it is easily available as a managed online service. You can use software that can be managed locally behind the firewall on a regular PC server. You can also opt for conventional videoconferencing hardware that is meant to be installed in a boardroom, though this solution […]
Jan
21
2007
You need to plan your videoconference in advance. The most important is to book studio and satellite time, especially if you don’t have your own studio facilities. You also need to ensure downlinking facilities at receive centres where participants will be sitting.
On the content front, you need to invest time and expertise in developing graphics, […]