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Have you tried webcam conferencing yet? No? Sometimes email and phone calls aren't enough. You need to see the speaker. Time to get started with webcam conferencing

Webcams are cheap, easy to use, and have much better clarity these days than a few years ago. Prices range from $28 to $200+ depending on the features you want. If you just want to talk with your friends or family you can get by with a lower-priced model. Planning to use this for business meetings? I personally like the Logitechs.

The link in this article's resource box will show you several webcams to consider. Whatever you decide on, make sure it's a USB-based webcam. Your installation will be easy -- plug in, run a quick installation, and off you go!

Using for Family:

Now, how to get started? The best starting point is with free instant messaging software. If you're a member of AOL Instant Messenger, Yahoo Messenger, or Windows Live Messenger you already have video integration available. Get one of your friends to practice with you until you're comfortable with your webcam. It'll be fun.

Business Meeting Use:

Of course, if you're planning to use webcam conferencing for business meetings, you obviously won't be holding those over instant messaging. Most webinar vendors (Webex, NetMeeting, etc) support video streaming.

You'll definitely want to practice the integration with your web conference software. Figure out how to turn the video streaming on and off, how to adjust the resolution and speed, just for starters. By the way, if you don't already have a web conference vendor there's a great 14-day free trial available to let you practice. See this article's resource box for a link.

Tips:

Slow down! (Your speech, that is.) Webcam conferencing usually doesn't quite keep up with natural human speech. You don't need to talk like you're in quicksand, just remember to talk a half-beat slower than normal. This is a common recommendation for presenters anyway -- it's good to get in the habit.

Be comfortable with your webcam features. If yours includes lighting adjustments or image enhancement you'll want to invest fifteen minutes to learn how it works. Use that free web conference trial to practice the various adjustments and decide what you like.

Enjoy! You're part of the video-streaming world now.

About the Author

Tyler experienced web conferencing while employed as a technology consultant. Learn more about getting webcam conference free trials at his website. This and other unique content 'webcams' articles are available with free reprint rights.

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