The main technology behind video conferencing is the real time communication between remote locations using audio and video through a internet connection. To conduct a video conferencing you will need:
- Video input : video camera or webcam
- Video output: computer monitor , television or projector
- Audio input: headset or microphones
- Audio output: usually loudspeakers associated with the display device or telephone
- Data transfer: analog or digital telephone network, LAN or Internet
Now here’s some insight on each one of the necessary equipment.
Webcam
Webcams are video capturing devices connected to computers using USB connection. They are well-known for their low manufacturing costs and flexible applications. Many of the web conferencing products in the market support video conferencing.
Although webcams are not used exclusively for online meetings it really helped increase popularity by allowing users see each other in online meetings. It gives the user the ability of talk to someone in the other side of the world as if it was in the same room.
These are some of the most popular webcams in the market:
Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000
High-performance webcam with autofocus. Highlights: Autofocus, Carl Zeiss Optics, RightLight™2
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Microsoft LifeCam VX-5500 (White)
Interchangeable Faceplates
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Logitech QuickCam Orbit AF
High-performance webcam with motorized tracking and Carl Zeiss® optics. Highlights: 2 Megapixel Sensor, Autofocus, Carl Zeiss Optics, Mechanical Pan+Tilt, RightLight™2
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LifeCam Show™
Ultra-Thin Mobile Design |
Logitech QuickCam Vision Pro for Mac
Carl Zeiss optics for image-perfect detail and clarity. Highlights: 2 Megapixel Sensor, Autofocus, Built-In Mic, Carl Zeiss Optics
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QuickCam Pro for Notebooks
High-performance webcam with autofocus for notebooks. Highlights: 2 Megapixel Sensor, Autofocus, Carl Zeiss Optics, HD Video, RightLight™2 |
2 Comments
I think you provided good information in this article, however I think you should talk more about advanced stuff, such as Multipoint videoconferencing.
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man I gotta tell you that Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000 is the best camera ever!
I’ve tried so many webcams before but none can even get closer to the quality of the the Pro 900.
I highly recommend it!
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