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Virtual Conferences

Virtual Conferences. Group 12. Virtual Conferences. A virtual conference is any part of a “live” conference that is made available via Web for attendees around the world to view live or on-demand. Types of Virtual Conferences. Skype Oovoo iVisit FaceTime Cisco Polycom Go ToMeetings.

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Virtual Conferences

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  1. Virtual Conferences Group 12

  2. Virtual Conferences • A virtual conference is any part of a “live” conference that is made available via Web for attendees around the world to view live or on-demand

  3. Types of Virtual Conferences • Skype • Oovoo • iVisit • FaceTime • Cisco • Polycom • Go ToMeetings

  4. Benefits of a Virtual Conference • The benefit of a Virtual Conference is to offer the convenience of your desktop without the inconvenience or cost of travel • These conferences can increase efficiency and productivity by limiting travel costs and making it much easier to gather people regardless of their location • Virtual Conferences use TurnTool to store 3D files and make them available on the internet. TurnTool is also used to develop and power virtual conferences • They can recreate any landmark, building, or environment anywhere in the world, and give the user a true life experience of actually being there.

  5. Limitations of a Virtual Conferences • The major limitation of a Virtual Conference is the lack of face-to-face meeting opportunities. • Technical difficulties associated with smooth transmissions that could result from software, hardware or network failure is also a huge disadvantage of virtual conferences.

  6. Components of a Video Conference • Webcasts • Networking • Video • Exhibitors • Audio • Archives

  7. Uses of a Video Conference • Exhibition halls • Auditoriums • Lounges • Stadiums • Many more

  8. Example of a Virtual Conference • Go ToMeeting Commercial

  9. Question 1 • The benefits of using video conferencing include all of the following except? a. Makes it easier to get the point across through the use of body language b. Reduced travel expenses c. Is good for the environment d. Makes it easier to hire people

  10. Question 2 • The disadvantages of video conferencing may include? a. Body Language b. Eye Contact c. Air fare costs d. Only A and B

  11. Question 3 • Which of the following is an expected future projection of video conferencing? a. Push for companies to “go green” b. Cuts business expenses c. Increase in video conferencing technology d. All of the above

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