February 22nd, 2012
Security has always been a top priority with VSee. In fact, VSee was created and designed right from the start to ensure data security. Unlike the H.323/SIP systems such as Cisco, Polycom, LifeSize, etc. which have been getting attention lately for the security risks they may pose, VSee makes security fairly easy and convenient in an era when protecting private information is a big concern for everyone.
Check out Milton’s brief article explaining a few of the ways that VSee security works differently from legacy H.323/SIP videoconferencing systems. You can also read the comments of the H.323 Standards Committee Chair, Paul E. Jones, who graciously allowed us to publish his response to the article.
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Tags: Cisco, H.323 alternative, legacy videoconferencing systems, LifeSize, Paul E. Jones, Polycom, SIP security, traditional videoconference, video conferencing security flaw, videoconferencing security
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February 14th, 2012
VSee’s latest release, Windows version 12.0.0.205 just made it into Softpedia “the encyclopedia of free software downloads” and Brothersoft over the weekend. VSee also received Softpedia’s ”100% Free” Award after having been tested by Softpedia and declared to be spyware-free, malware-free, adware-free, virus-free, etc., etc….in other words perfectly safe to download and use.
Take a moment to check out our Softpedia entry and give us a rating or review!
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Tags: free safe download, free videoconferencing client, safe freeware, Softpedia, VSee version 12.0.0.205
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February 10th, 2012
Recently, VSee’s very own Christina was interviewed by ZDNet Asia for a story on Singapore’s exciting next-generation nationwide broadband network (NGNBN). Since VSee is a service provider for the NGNBN, Christina, as VSee Singapore office’s representative, was asked her opinions on the network and how it has affected VSee. Check out the ZDNet Asia article posted earlier this week here .
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Tags: Singapore next-generation nationwide broadband network, VSee interviews, VSee S'pore, VSee Singapore, ZDNet Asia
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February 9th, 2012
Although Cisco refuses to officially wave the white flag, it’s clear that it has given up on its three-piece home videoconferencing unit, the Stone Aged and overpriced Umi Telepresence kit, which is no longer being supported by its service centers. I mean who has a separate device and remote just for doing family video calls these days? Given that video calling services such as Skype, ooVoo, and of course, VSee lets you see your family for free with just a laptop and a $50 webcam, it’s no wonder the Umi, with its whopping price tag of $600 (or even $300) plus a $10 per month subscription, has gone the way of the cave man.
Meanwhile, VSee is blazing the way to low-bandwidth video calls over 3G/4G wireless networks, so you can get your family in HD even while they’re on their African safari dream vacation!
Sources:
Network World smelled Umi’s death last year
Business Insider gets unofficial Cisco confirmation of Umi’s demise
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Tags: Cisco, consumer video conferencing, home videoconferencing, Skype alternative, video calling, video chatting
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February 7th, 2012
In Part 1 of Video Job Interview Mistakes, we went over 6 bloopers in video presentation and environment control. Today, we’ll talk about 6 technical/equipment pitfalls to avoid in your upcoming video conference interview. Video calling is still relatively new, and people sometimes don’t have enough experience using video conferencing software and end up making mistakes that can easily be avoided. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: job interviewing tips, video calling, video conference interviewing tips, video interview mistakes, video job interviews, videoconference employment interviews, videoconferencing interviews, videoconferencing tips and techniques
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February 6th, 2012
VSee for Windows has been updated to version 12.0.0.205. Restart VSee to auto-update to the newest version. Thanks!
Version 205 release fixes:
- Reintroduces the CPU and Network graphs on a remote window when Network statistics is opened
- “Add contact…” issue when starting a video call
- Crashes cause by audio library.
- The address book popping up in the foreground when reconnecting to the directory
Special thanks to Eric and Erika for the fixes, and Simon for tracking the crashes!
Please contact support if you have questions or problems.
Tags: VSee new release, VSee release notes, VSee release update, VSee updates, VSee version 202
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February 1st, 2012
You’ve just landed your first job interview by video conference, and you haven’t a clue what to do. Never fear, our seasoned VSee interviewers have plenty of advice that they’ve gathered up from interviewing job candidates over the years.
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Tags: interviewing, interviewing tips, job interviewing tips, video calling, video conference interviewing tips, video interview mistakes, video job interview, videoconference employment interviews, videoconferencing interviews
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January 25th, 2012
With today’s new release, the VSee team is excited to bring you secure instant messaging on both Windows and Mac! Please make sure you are updated to version 12.0.0.124 on Windows and 10154 on Mac. Also, don’t forget to look for our other release features and improvements below:
VSee for Windows
- Secure instant messaging
- First time audio/video setup window
- Ability to import e-mail addresses from email providers
- User interface improvements (see secure IM instructions below)
- Auto-update improvements
- Various crash fixes
VSee for Mac
- Secure instant messaging
- File transfer function
- Audio/camera device switching
- Auxiliary camera reception
- Invite button
- Ability to import email addresses from email providers
- User interface improvements
- Various crash fixes
Instant Messaging How-To
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Tags: secure IM, secure instant messaging, secure text chat, secure text chatting, text chat, text chatting, VSee for Windows, VSee Mac, VSee release
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January 23rd, 2012
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It sounds like something from a spy thriller: A cyber hacker listens in on a board meeting through high tech remote control cameras that allow him or her to zoom in to capture images of confidential documents as the unsuspecting victims wrangle over several critical issues. The problem is if you’re an organization or business with videoconferencing equipment in your boardroom, this scenario could easily happen to you according to the NY Times article “Cameras May Open Up The Boardroom To Hackers.”
Videoconferencing Convenience or Security?
It turns out that traditional H.323 systems like Polycom, Cisco, Logitech LifeSize, Sony, and others are
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Tags: Polycom, security, video conferencing, videoconferencing rooms
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January 11th, 2012
If you’re confused about HIPAA law, or you need to know if VSee is HIPAA-compliant, or you just want to know what’s all the fuss about HIPAA, VSee has done the legwork for you distilling the relevant information into our HIPAA page. We’ve answered your questions about:
- Is VSee HIPAA compliant?
- Does VSee have HIPAA certification?
- How can VSee help you be HIPAA compliant?
- What is HIPAA?
- What are the Privacy Rule and Security Rule?
Check out vsee.com/hipaa for a good overview of HIPAA law and how it applies to your use of VSee.
If you still have specific questions about your particular situation or think we’re missing a frequently asked question, please contact support to talk to our HIPAA expert.
You can also check out official HIPAA web resources from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Resources
Some health providers that use
VSee as part of their telehealth programs include:
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