Computer teleconferencing method and apparatus

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ABSTRACT:
A computer teleconferencing method and apparatus are provided which permits transmission of video image sources including both computer display images and other video images. The apparatus may include at a local teleconferencing site a personal computer having a video graphics adapter, a monitor and a digital telephone interface. The digital telephone interface is used to establish communications with a remote teleconferencing site. The apparatus may further include a video camera and a video capture system connected into the personal computer. The method may include steps of capturing snapshots of a computer display image, converting those snapshots to a digital television form, and compressing and transmitting the digital television signal to the remote teleconferencing site.

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