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Conference Call Providers and Services
16Oct2008 Filed under: Calls, Communication, Conference, Service Providers, What & How Author: What & How AdminThere are mainly 4 types of conference call services you can choose from, depending on the conference call providers you use. As a result, they have differences in the conference call setup process.
The 4 Types of Conference Call ServicesBelow is the list of the 4 types of conference call services that you would want to consider before looking for a conference call provider according to your needs. Be it a conference call for a big corporate meeting, or a private conference call for your family or friends. |
1. Reservationless Conference Calls
Reservationless conference calls are easy to set up, because they require almost no preparation. All you have to do is dial a given number and give your access code. Other participants also use this number with a different access code.
2. Operator Assisted Conference Calls
Operator assisted conference calls have more options but they are of course more expensive. The operator can record, broadcast and handle a subconference as you wish. Starting an operator-assisted conference call costs more money, and requires reservation, but gives you full control over the calling process, without diverting your attention from the topics you are about to discuss.
3. Operator Dialed Conference Calls
An operator dialed conference call gives you even more extra features. The operator dials the participants and adds them one-by-one to the conference. This is very useful if some members have never used such service before. You can also ask for translation and for many other features.
4. Web Based Services
The web based services are trickier to use, and you need more time to understand them, but they are much cheaper and have video features, which make the conference more life-like and efficient. The programs that can handle such operations are becoming easier to use.
They include, among others, the well-known Skype and NetMeeting. Skype also has a VoIP service, which is an Internet protocol based phone system. You need professional programs for setting up large conference calls and broadcasts. These programs are usually rather difficult to set up and need additional hardware or a provider that can handle and distribute such an amount of data.
These providers offer almost the same services as the telephone companies, with all the advantages of digital technology such as video conference options, file transfer, animated presentations and digital recordings.
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October 16th, 2008 at 6:39 pm
Conference Call Providers and Services…
There are mainly 4 types of conference call services you can choose from, depending on the conference call providers you use. As a result, they have differences in the conference call setup process….