| Frequently Asked Questions
What is a webcast?
What is the difference between a webcast and the “webinar” services I hear advertised all the time?
What kind of conferences, meetings, and events are being webcast?
What do online participants see on their screen?
What is a skin?
How can a presentation be interactive?
How can webcasting save my organization money?
What about security? I don’t want unauthorized people viewing my webcast.
What do I need to hold a webcast?
How do I invite people to my webcast?
How does online archiving work?
Do I have to stream my webcast live or can I record it for later viewing?
Do I have to archive the webcast for later viewing?
What does webcasting cost?
Can I charge people to watch my webcast?
What is a webcast?
A webcast, sometimes called a webinar or web conference, is a way to hold interactive meetings, presentations and conferences over the Internet. Unlike video conferencing, webcasting allows groups of a few to a few thousand people to simultaneously log on from anywhere in the world, at home or work - all they need is a computer and an Internet connection. Webcasts typically include synchronized slides or Powerpoint presentations and also on-screen links to downloads and related documents. Viewers can see and hear the event live and instantly interact with the presenter using our q&A module. The webcast can also be viewed later on demand. Webcasting is the most versatile way to communicate your message.
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What is the difference between a webcast and the “webinar” services I hear advertised all the time?
Unlike services such as WebEx™ or Go-To-Meeting™, webcast viewers see and hear the actual speaker, event, Powerpoint presentation and videos, without having to use their telephone or anything other than their computer. This simple but critical difference can be essential in helping viewers to “connect” with presenters, enabling a much higher degree of identity, understanding and feeling a part of the presentation. Viewers can ask questions, make comments or request additional information with a simple click of their mouse. No downloads or special software are required to participate in a webcast.
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What kind of conferences, meetings, and events are being webcast?
A webcast can be benefit almost any business or organization which needs to get a presentation in front of a widely dispersed audience. We like to think of it as taking the event to the viewer without taking the viewer to the event. Just a few examples:
Sales meetings
Marketing meetings
Financial and investor reports
Shareholder/Investor Relations meetings
District, regional, national managers meetings
Public relations briefs
New product launches
Sales presentations
Product demonstrations
DIY/ Craft how-to's
Exhibitor booths
Franchise owner's meetings
Educational workshops
Employee training sessions
Live surgery and continuing medical education conferences
Breakout sessions
Department meetings for work-at-home employees and freelancers
Association chapter and national symposia
New officer introductions
Auctions
Weddings
Fashion shows
Graduations
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What do online participants see on their screen?
Take a look at this screenshot graphic :
What you are seeing is a “skin".
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What is a skin?
A skin is actually the web page the viewer goes to. Within the skin will be information about the organization, such as its logo and name and perhaps information about that particular event. The skin will have various windows, one typically showing the video and audio portion of the event and another showing the Powerpoint or graphic presentation. The skin will probably also contain hyperlinks to related web sites, documents or files and perhaps sponsor information. Skins are highly customizable and Webcast24-7 will be happy to create a skin which meets your needs.
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How can a presentation be interactive?
Unlike TV or radio, the Internet is a two-way medium. By including hyperlinks on the webcast skin, viewers can be encouraged to ask questions, provide feedback, fill in questionnaires, take tests or register their interest in being contacted. A typical example is a corporate presentation webcast with a Q&A module built into the skin. Questions can be asked online to either the presenter or a moderator who can then decide which to address.
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How can webcasting save my organization money?
By simply reducing travel and accommodation costs and lost work time. Even meeting venue costs can be reduced or eliminated - Webcast24-7 can webcast right from your office. The cost of the webcast itself is usually covered many times over by such savings.
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What about security? I don’t want unauthorized people viewing my webcast.
Just as your organization’s web site or intranet can be protected from unauthorized users, so can you webcast. Access privileges can be completely controlled by you or customized to your requirements.
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What Do I Need to Hold A Webcast?
An Internet connection and Webcast24-7!
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How do I invite people to my webcast?
Simply send out an email giving the date and time of the webcast. In that email you will include a link to either your own web site or one we have created specially for your webcast, and if you want to include them, user names, passwords and directions for signing in.
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How does online archiving work?
While your webcast is being streamed live Webcast24-7 is also digitally recording all of the data, speakers, presentations and videos. A short time later your webcast will be available for viewing online. You'll decide who will have access to your archived webcast, how long to keep it online and if you would like to charge users for viewing it.
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Do I have to stream my webcast live or can I record it for later viewing?
You may stream your webcast live, record it for later viewing, or both.
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Do I have to archive the webcast for later viewing?
No. You may decide to make it available on the Internet only as it is actually happening.
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What does webcasting cost?
At Webcast24-7 our goal is to keep webcasting simple and affordable. Our webcasting charges typically consist of only two items, technical set-up and streaming. Webcast24-7 will be happy to provide you with a straightforward budget estimate for your event, without any obligation. Click here to request a quote.
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Can I charge people to watch my webcast?
Yes, you can. Webcast24-7 will help you select the most suitable pay-per-view system.
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