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Jason Clemens | September 4, 2010

A lot of Camtasia Studio users have expressed the need to record video interviews.  They usually want the participants video window to be side by side.  Some want to be able to interview multiple people on video at the same time.  Well, Skype announced in May 2010 it is working on its latest version, which focuses on video chat.  Skype 5 will allow video conferencing for up to 5 people.  That is a great improvement.  Currently, you would have to use a Webinar system to do this at a great cost.

Here are the improvements made:

New Features:
* Up to 5-way group video call
* Redesigned calling experience
* Improved video snapshots gallery
* Improved browser plugins performance on some websites.
* Reduced false positives on browser plugin phone number recognition.

Changes:
* Call host is not displayed anymore in the user interface
* Windows 2000 is not supported in this Beta version

It is unclear whether you will have to pay to use the video conferencing or not.  I will say from reading the comments posted there are a lot of unhappy people.  Mostly, they seem to be unhappy about the voice and chat side of the program.  The new version hides this area to streamline the video experience.

I have yet to test Skype 5 Beta, but if you would like to visit the Skype Garage Blog.  I know one thing, I am looking forward to a Skype that is more video conferencing savvy.  The thought of being able to record multiple video chats using Camtasia Studio excites me.  Now, if PowerGramo can catch up so it can record Skype 5 we will really be in business.

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Fred Grover | August 30, 2009

This is some of the required free software and items needed for the online training events:

Please download these things and have them installed previous to the training time. If you need any help with this or have questions please feel free to contact us anytime with your questions.

• Skype – Conference calling software. Download this at www.skype.com
• Mikogo PC Version – This is software that can be installed on your computer to take the full advantage of desktop sharing. Download this software at www.mikogo.com (Recommended).

Special Note About Mikigo:

Should you not wish to install this software you can view the the webinar by signing in through the Mikogo website, but some options will be limited. Mikogo has versions for both the Mac and PC. The link for the PC Version is above. The link for the Mac version is here at Mikogo for Mac Users. (Recommended if you are using a Mac).

• A microphone. (Built-In, Headset or Desktop Microphone.) USB is better for sound but, not required. We will be posting more about audio quality and microphone recommendations later.
• Internet Connection – Preferably high speed. (I am assuming if you are reading this post you already have that so, scratch that).

I hope this helps.

Thanks from your Ranch Hand Tour Guides

Fred Grover and Jason Clemens

Ya’All Come Back Now Ya’Hear !

We look forward to you jumping on the stagecoach and joining us for this great event. We will be waiting for you at the station.

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Tags: Camtasia Studio, mikogo, PowerPoint, skype, training