We’re often asked what is the deference between Video Chat and Online Conferencing services. The short answer is that online conferencing services offer more functionality. Extra functionality might not be worth a monthly or annual fee to those looking simply to Video Chat with friends, family, or work peers. Here’s what you get when you chose Online Conferencing over Video Chat.

• High Definition Content. Videos, presentations, graphics and other content can be shown in high resolution or at larger sizes.
• Desktop Sharing. You can share just your conferencing window or your whole desktop screen.
• Collaboration. Online conferencing services use file sharing and white boards so that attendees can work together online.
• Synchronization. Lag time between presenter and viewer is significantly reduced.
• Fetching. Online conferencing attendees can be called or fetched into the meeting with just a click.
• Contact Management. Lists of attendees can be scheduled in advance and maintained more easily.

The above are just a few features to consider while determining your needs. If all you want to do is Video Chat, then Google Video Chat is accessible through your GMail and iGoogle accounts for example. If instead you are looking to hold online conferences or web meetings with audio, video, and presentation features that make you look professional, sign up for a free web meeting account online today. You can start your first online conferencing or web meeting in just minutes.