Application of CU-SeeMe Internet-based Videoconferencing for HEP-- Izen

CU-SeeMe
- Popular Internet-based desktop video conferencing system used by BaBar
- Runs on most recent HEP PCs and MACs (and some UNIX)
- Software Codec
- Easier to set-up and operate than Mbone, ‘definitely not better’ and best described as “different”
Reflectors
- Multiparty conferences require a reflector
- Platforms: UNIX, W-NT/95
- Key point is that YOU can determine the network topology
Use
- Extensive use in BaBar and Beijing Spectrometer