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National Semiconductor Demonstrates On-Demand Video Conferencing Solution

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National Semiconductor has demonstrated an innovative on-demand, real-time interactive desktop video conference system, connecting a remote site over the wide area network to a workstation at the Computer Telephony Expo. The system utilizes isochronous Ethernet (isoEthernet) and AT&T's WorldWorx Network Services to provide "room quality" interactive voice, video, and data transmission over existing 10Mbps Ethernet networks. This solution is the first to allow people to place multimedia calls between various platforms, including Apple MacIntosh-based systems, IBM PC compatibles, and room and roll-about video conferencing systems.

Key Takeaways:

  • National Semiconductor has developed an on-demand, real-time interactive desktop video conference system using isochronous Ethernet (isoEthernet) and AT&T's WorldWorx Network Services.
  • The system enables "room quality" interactive voice, video, and data transmission over existing 10Mbps Ethernet networks without interfering with normal data traffic.
  • IsoEthernet is designed to WAN and LAN standards as defined by the ITU/CCITT and IEEE, allowing for multimedia calls between various platforms.
  • The solution eliminates the need to schedule video conferencing calls, enabling on-demand, real-time interactive communications.
  • Quicknet Technologies, a CTI technology company, has contributed to the developments by assisting with the hands-on engineering for the adapter card and software.
  • Dialogic, a leading supplier of PC-based computer telephony hardware and software platforms components, has collaborated with National Semiconductor on the project.
  • National Semiconductor is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, and has 22,800 employees worldwide, with sales of $2.3 billion in fiscal 1994.

Statistics:

  • National Semiconductor reported sales of $2.3 billion in fiscal 1994.
  • Dialogic generated $125 million in sales revenue in 1994.
  • National Semiconductor has more than 22,800 employees worldwide.
  • Fiscal 1994: National Semiconductor reported the highest earnings in its history.

Sources:

  • Business Wire, March 7, 1995
  • Business Wire, March 7, 1995 (dialogic quote)
  • Business Wire, March 7, 1995 (National Semiconductor quote)

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