June 17, 2008 - Martin Harrison - Your guide to video conferencing

Your guide to video conferencing

Video conferencing integrates video and voice to connect remote users with each other as effectively as if they were in the same room.
In order to participate in video conferencing users need a video conferencing unit and a broadband internet connection. Users can see and hear each other in real time, allowing elements of natural conversations, such as emotions to be conveyed. This is not possible with audio conferencing technology.

Companies have been looking into video conferencing technology since the late 50s, but it wasn’t until the availability of broadband internet that video conferencing really became viable.

Many educational establishments have begun to use video conferencing, in order to conduct online courses.

In business, video conferencing allows bosses to save the time and expense of travelling by virtually interacting with each other.

These applications, however, are just the tip of the iceberg. As video conferencing technology continues to improve, the reach of its applications will be even wider as it becomes part and parcel of daily life.

It is also predicted that advancements in technology will bring video conferencing on mobile devices into the mainstream.
Big Box Shop has a full range of high-quality, easy-to-use and affordable video conferencing equipment from industry leader Polycom. This includes:

Polycom HDX 4001 and HDX 4002 - video conferencing units

The Polycom HDX 4001 and 4002 systems are powerful desktop video conferencing solutions designed specifically to meet the needs of the modern professional

Polycom HDX 9004 - video conferencing unit
The Polycom HDX 9004 utilises Polycom's People+Content system to share any form of presentation or media in high definition. Content sharing has never been easier and better thanks to this excellent piece of kit

Polycom VSX 3000 - video conferencing device
The Polycom VSX 3000 QBRI is ideal for the executive office or small meeting space of up to 4 people. This space saving unit conserves desk space with a small footprint and a 17” diagonal TFT screen

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