Today's issue of TechnoLawyer NewsWire covers an online videoconferencing service (see article below), an Outlook add-on for billing the time you spend reading and writing email, a backup and synchronization utility, a multiuser accounting system, and a Web clipping tool. Don't miss the next issue.
Smile, You're on Your Client's PC
Pity your barber. Sure, he can advertise on the Internet, but he can't cut someone's hair in Boston if he works in Columbus. You, on the other hand, can provide legal services to clients anywhere in the world, not just in your town. But still, local lawyers will always have an advantage. Or will they?
SightSpeed … in One Sentence
Logitech's SightSpeed is an online videoconferencing service.
The Killer Feature
Lots of free online videoconferencing software exists, but with feature limitations and poor quality audio or video. These applications may work fine for video chats with granny, but what about a three-way conference call with your client and an expert witness?
SightSpeed promises high-quality video not just when videoconferencing with one person, but with up to eight other people, each in a different location. Take that Hollywood Squares.
Other Notable Features
SightSpeed supports audio and text communication in addition to videoconferencing. SightSpeed to SightSpeed calls are free, but you can also call regular telephone numbers for rates around 2 cents/minute. SightSpeed can provide a log of all calls, which you can use to create time entries.
SightSpeed also provides asynchronous communication, meaning that you can email video messages. You can store such videos for repeat use (e.g., welcoming a new client). SightSpeed can also record videoconferences.
In addition to communicating, you can use SightSpeed to share an application or your desktop and exchange files.
What Else Should You Know?
With SightSpeed's administrative console, you can add new users and also create a firm-wide contact list. SightSpeed works on Macs and Windows PCs. A single seat sells for $19.95/month or $189.95/year. The price per user declines as you buy more seats. Learn more about SightSpeed.
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