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Description

Ekiga, which was originally called GnomeMeeting, is a free and open-source application that provides SoftPhone, video conferencing, and instant messaging capabilities via the Internet. It offers high-definition sound and video quality comparable to that of DVDs. Utilizing the two main telephony standards, SIP and H.323, it ensures compatibility with a wide range of service providers along with various hardware and software solutions. The application made its debut in 2001 under its former name as part of a graduation project. At that time, technologies like voice over IP, IP telephony, and videoconferencing were still emerging and not widely adopted, unlike today. The GNU/Linux desktop environment was still developing, and multimedia functionalities were very limited. Many webcam drivers had significant issues, ALSA was yet to be introduced, and achieving full-duplex audio posed challenges. Performance was often a concern, particularly due to the prevalence of proprietary codecs. Despite these technological hurdles, Ekiga emerged as a pioneering solution! Its early introduction laid the groundwork for advancements in communication tools that we often take for granted today.

Description

Designed with simplicity and elegance in mind, Viewnior features a minimalistic interface that maximizes screen space for your images. Its development drew inspiration from major projects like Eye of Gnome, known for its rich usability, and GPicView, appreciated for its lightweight design and straightforward interface. Thus, Viewnior emerges as a compact and nimble application, ensuring high-quality functionality without any trade-offs. Additionally, the software is crafted for improved integration, adhering to the Gnome HIG2 guidelines for a seamless user experience. This thoughtful approach to design makes Viewnior a standout choice for image viewing.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Asterisk Yes 
Drupal Yes 

Integrations

Asterisk No 
Drupal No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

Free
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac No 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Ekiga

Founded

2001

Country

United States

Website

www.ekiga.org

Vendor Details

Company Name

Viewnior

Website

siyanpanayotov.com/project/viewnior

Product Features

Softphone

Audio / Video Conferencing Yes 
Call Logging No 
Call Recording No 
Call Transfer No 
Caller Identification No 
Chat / Messaging Yes 
Contact Management No 
Fax Management No 

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