This is the first end-to-end guide to desktop videoconferencing for business and home users. Explains how to identify appropriate applications for desktop videoconferencing, and choose among multiple desktop videoconferencing systems. Compares technologies from market leaders such as PictureTel, Intel, VIVO, and others. Discusses the H.320, H.324, H.323, and T.120 international standard for desktop videoconferencing.

Shows what works and what doesn't. Previews the revolution in home desktop videoconferencing. For anyone who can benefit from desktop videoconferencing, including project managers, marketing, corporate communications, manufacturing, human resources, customer services professionals, and others.