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Description
Ekiga, which was originally called GnomeMeeting, is a free and open-source application that provides SoftPhone, video conferencing, and instant messaging capabilities via the Internet. It offers high-definition sound and video quality comparable to that of DVDs. Utilizing the two main telephony standards, SIP and H.323, it ensures compatibility with a wide range of service providers along with various hardware and software solutions. The application made its debut in 2001 under its former name as part of a graduation project. At that time, technologies like voice over IP, IP telephony, and videoconferencing were still emerging and not widely adopted, unlike today. The GNU/Linux desktop environment was still developing, and multimedia functionalities were very limited. Many webcam drivers had significant issues, ALSA was yet to be introduced, and achieving full-duplex audio posed challenges. Performance was often a concern, particularly due to the prevalence of proprietary codecs. Despite these technological hurdles, Ekiga emerged as a pioneering solution! Its early introduction laid the groundwork for advancements in communication tools that we often take for granted today.
Description
Videos, often referred to as Totem, is a media player specifically created for the GNOME desktop environment, featuring the ability to support plugins. It has been included as a core application since the GNOME 2.10 release, automatically compiling all your video files for easy access; you just select one to enjoy. Users can conveniently access multiple video channels directly through the Videos application. Its straightforward interface allows you to concentrate on what truly matters: enhancing your viewing experience. Additionally, Fluendo has sponsored the contributions of Ronald Bultje and Tim-Philipp Müller in developing the GStreamer backend, while Collabora has also supported Tim-Philipp Müller’s work in this area. This collaborative support underscores the community's commitment to improving multimedia playback on GNOME.
API Access
Has API
API Access
Has API
Integrations
Asterisk
Drupal
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Free Trial
Free Version
Pricing Details
Free
Free Trial
Free Version
Deployment
Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook
Deployment
Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Types of Training
Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person
Types of Training
Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person
Vendor Details
Company Name
Ekiga
Founded
2001
Country
United States
Website
www.ekiga.org
Vendor Details
Company Name
GNOME
Website
wiki.gnome.org/Apps/Videos
Product Features
Softphone
Audio / Video Conferencing
Call Logging
Call Recording
Call Transfer
Caller Identification
Chat / Messaging
Contact Management
Fax Management