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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
Sabayon is a user-friendly Linux distribution based on Gentoo, designed with beginners in mind. Our goal is to provide an exceptional "out of the box" experience by integrating the most current open-source technologies into a polished package. With Sabayon, everything is designed to function seamlessly right from the start. We deliver a cutting-edge operating system that maintains both stability and reliability, ensuring it performs swiftly and is optimized for your specific hardware. Users have the flexibility to transform a fresh Sabayon installation into an intricate Gentoo ~arch system or simply relish the advantages of our binary package manager. From a variety of testing options to Community Repositories, you only need to install once, and you can effortlessly upgrade to the latest version whenever you choose. Just boot up the system, and all essential components are already set up for you. We offer both daily and monthly images for your convenience. Users can select from multiple Desktop Environments, including KDE, Gnome, Mate, and XFCE. Moreover, you can easily create your own custom spin of Sabayon, even with Docker! Additionally, Sabayon supports a range of devices, including Raspberry Pi 2/3, Odroid X2, U2/3, C2, and beyond, making it a versatile choice for various hardware platforms.
API Access
Has API
API Access
Has API
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Free Trial
Free Version
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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
Sabayon
Founded
2004
Website
www.sabayon.org
Product Features
Softphone
Audio / Video Conferencing
Call Logging
Call Recording
Call Transfer
Caller Identification
Chat / Messaging
Contact Management
Fax Management