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Uses telephone lines. Useful when you only need to talk to a group of people separated by distance.
Video conferencing
Shares a video signal to a group of people separated by distance. Useful when you wish to both see and hear people. (Can be both point-to-point and multipoint connections).
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Data conferencing
Uses the computer network. Useful if you need to show people what you are doing on the screen or if you need to share files with one or more people separated by distance. (usually done in conjunction with a voice conference).
Please note:
From 27 June 2008, the Administrative Data Conferencing Server will be de-commissioned. Read more...
Web conferencing
A modern solution that can share voice, data and video across a computer network.
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Streaming solutions
A variety of tools are available to help create rich multimedia lessons and websites. Choose from podcasts; vodcasts; online slide shows; embedded video and audio; and mediasite streaming.
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Advisory services
Want to know which tool to use in a given situation?
Need advice on the best way to create a podcast with your class?
What about hints and tips on lighting or camera angles?
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