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Name: kaizanin
Date: August 21, 2009 at 10:40:38 Pacific
OS: Windows XP
CPU/Ram: Core 2 Duo / 2GB
Subcategory: General
Comment:

We wish to network 10-12 PCs in our office using WiFi. Since all the PCs have inbuilt webcams, we would like to know the possibilities of video conferencing over LAN.
We will be having a Server running Windows Server 2003/2008 and the PCs come pre-loaded with Windows Vista.
A solution is solicited.



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Name: Curt R
Date: August 21, 2009 at 12:21:14 Pacific
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Ok, I don't usually answer a question with a question but this time I have to.

You asked, "we would like to know the possibilities of video conferencing over LAN."

My question is, since you're asking about videconferencing on a LAN I have to wonder why you wouldn't all just get together in a meeting room and talk face-to-face. Using a videoconference within an office environment just makes no sense considering the effort required.

To answer your question, sure it's possible. All you'd require is some kind of chat software that will support the number of users you have who will be participating and will work over a LAN. As to what software, I can't say. But if it was me looking, I'd start by using google.

I will add, wireless is not a medium I would consider using for videoconferencing. Considering it's inherent issues, I think you'd be lucky to get it working smoothly.


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