--- Forwarded Message from jeremy c munson <[log in to unmask]> --- >Date: Wed, 4 Dec 2002 10:50:11 -0800 (PST) >From: jeremy c munson <[log in to unmask]> >To: Language Learning and Technology International Information Forum <[log in to unmask]> >Subject: Re: #6962 Web Cam >In-Reply-To: <[log in to unmask]> ------------------ We have been doing lots of research and demo testing web cams. I think it's important to keep in mind the limitations of your infrastructure when purchasing a camera(s). The polycom viaVideo (VV) is a desktop unit that appears to be the best out there ($400), according to the experts that we've been talking to. Unlike other web cams, the VV has a built in codec to process the image so it doesn't burden the CPU. And it can maximally transfer at (384kb/s) via IP. However, if you are talking to someone who's on a 56k modem, the image is going to be choppy for both of you, no matter what kind of camera you are using. Just a few thoughts. J. Munson Language Learning Center University of Washington