Video Conferencing
FAQ Topics , Streaming Video FAQ
Q. What kind of computer and peripheral equipment do I need in order to videoconference using my desktop PC?
| Computer Recommended Requirements | |
| Operating System | Windows 2000 Pro, Windows XP sp2 |
| CPU | Pentium 4 Processor, 1.8 GHz |
| Memory | 512MB RAM |
| Hard Disk | 20MB of free hard disk space |
NETWORK CONNECTIONS:
- TCP/IP (Winsock compliant)
- IP Address
- LAN, cable modem, DSL or ISDN connection
TO SEND VIDEO:
- USB digital camera
Or
- Video capture card and camera
A list of cameras that have been tested for compatibility with ClickToMeet can be found here. These findings apply to Netmeeting as well.
TO SEND AND RECEIVE AUDIO:
- Headset with echo canceling microphone
- 16-bit full duplex sound card and supporting software
Note: Videoconferencing software and peripherals are available for other types of computers and other operating systems, and there are literally a hundred or more different software packages for videoconferencing. However, because of limited staff we are unable to provide assistance with other than Intel/Microsoft-based systems and software other than Netmeeting and CUSeeMe. If you are using something else, the key software standard for videoconferencing is H.323 and T.120 is the standard for application sharing. Most videoconferencing software available today complies with these standards.
Q. My ISP appears to be blocking certain kinds of network traffic, (Or I have established a personal firewall on my home network) could that be why I can't establish a videoconferencing session?
Definitely! See: http://support.microsoft.com/support/kb/articles/Q158/6/23.asp
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