Audio conferencing software normalizes audio, video, and file
sharing applications. In other words, this software allows
everyone participating in a virtual meeting to see each other
hear each other, and work on the same projects together. This
last attribute of audio conferencing software is often called
collaborative software (formerly known as groupware.) For
example, if there is a diagram on the television or computer
screen that everyone can see, it is possible for everyone to
make marks on the document using a special whiteboard-and-pen
program. This brings everyone together in as "real" a way as
possible over infinite distances.
Other applications of audio conferencing software include slide
shows, streaming audio and video, and document sharing. As
telecommunications companies come up with newer and newer ideas,
audio conferencing software will have greater and "more real"
applications.
When choosing your audio conferencing vendor, the number of
users or "seats" could determine which type of technology you'll
need. Some technical support will be needed for all web
conferencing solutions.
Three examples of audio conferencing software brands are the
following:
Centra
Centra is both a software and a service. The software has all
the usual normalizing characteristics, plus a few extras. Centra
can be programmed to automatically set up and communicate
conference times and dates. It can also track who is logged in
during the conference. Afterward, the program can automatically
send meetings notes via e-mail to all participants.
Microsoft NetMeeting
Another popular audio conferencing software program, NetMeeting
is compatible with any web device. It integrates your calendar,
e-mail system, and so on, and is very easy to use. You can even
use your web camera to take a snapshot of something and place it
on the whiteboard for discussion or markup.
Xbox Live
Even modern video gaming systems use audio conferencing
software! You can play a war game against other gamers anywhere
else in the world, and talk trash to them at the same time via a
headset.
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