Use VoIP for Video Conferencing

VoIP is an amazing technology that lets you use your broadband Internet connection to stay in touch with friends, family and colleagues. Because VoIP runs through the Internet, you can even use it to have video conferences without the headache or expense of buying and setting up a videophone. Best of all, setting up your VoIP for video conferencing is quick and simple.

1. Step 1

   Connect all the necessary hardware to your computer, including a webcam, headset, speakers and microphone or telephone. You may need to install additional drivers to run some of this hardware.

2. Step 2

   Log into your VoIP provider and make sure you have all of the software necessary to make your video conference call.

3. Step 3

   Get the username or contact number for the person you want to call and add it to your contact list. The person you call must also have the appropriate equipment to make and receive VoIP video conference calls.

4. Step 4

   Begin the call by either clicking on your contact’s name and pressing the call button, or just double-clicking on your contact’s name. To start your video conference, activate the video function of the conference call once your contact accepts the call.