ooVoo
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ooVoo is an instant messaging, videoconfrencing and VOIP program that is an alternative and a competator to Skype. It is different to Skype, in that it does not use P2P technology. Instead it uses propiritary technology that is exclusive to ooVoo. It's main focus is on the videoconfrencing part. As it can have up to 6 people in a real-time conversation. ooVoo can also allow people to contact themselves with screennames through voice, chat, and video.
ooVoo also allows you to record the video and audio conversations, allow you to leave a message to people that aren't there and also send files to people. ooVoo also has an outbounding dialing service which has much more quality then Skype and is cheaper then SkypeOut. People can also start a conversation also with up to 6 telephone numbers, which can make for some really good bridging between shows.
[edit] Usage within TalkShoe
It is used in TalkShoe within the same matter of Skype, as a way of communication. Most members have a ooVoo username in order to communicate with one another about important matters. Since it supports 6-way video conversation, people can also start a 6-way conversation in video so they can see all the action.
ooVoo is also used by more people then Skype due to it's low memory usage. Skype is known for being a memory hog but ooVoo is designed to use less resources, even when handeling video. Therefore making it more usable in PC's with lower requirements. ooVoo is also good as an audio answering machine for people who can't check their email. Not only does this make it more easier to check your messages. It also allows people to leave messages in their own voice, making them much more identifiable in figuring our who exactly sent that message.
