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Video-conferencing. Jakub Topič, I2B. Video-conferencing basics. Communication using transmission of video and audio (speech) between two or more devices in different locations Real time Similar to making a phone call. Adventages. Save time and resources
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Video-conferencing Jakub Topič, I2B
Video-conferencing basics • Communication using transmission of video and audio (speech) between two or more devices in different locations • Real time • Similar to making a phone call
Adventages • Save time and resources • The visual interraction can make communication better • Increases collaboration
Purposes • Meetings • Security • Telecommuting • Education
Communication interface • Previously used ISDN • Higher usage cost • Uses phone lines • Potentially lower bandwith • Today the Internethas replaced all • Lower usage cost • Anytime and almost everywhere • A lot of software • Potentially higher bit rate • Uses various communication paths
Google Hangouts • Free • Multi-platform • Runs in web browser • Android and iOS app • No app for Windows Phone • Unlimited people connected in one moment
Skype • Up to 10 people together, length restriction • Owned by microsoft • Commercial • Really old version for Linux • Good working on Windows and OS X • Mobile app for Android, iOS and Windows Phone
FaceTime • By Apple • OS X, iOS • Free using, app costs $1 • Other software • CamFrog, Cisco WebEx Meetings, Jitsi, ooVoo
Equipment • Computer, Tablet or Mobile phone • Mentioned software • Webcam • Speakers+microphone or headset