How to Use Netmeeting
in Windows 95, 98, & XP for FREE Video Chat

Netmeeting is a program available on your computer that lets you communicate with other people. When on campus, you can "netmeet" with anyone else on the campus network. Among other things, you can show someone else what is on your computer, and you can see what is on their's. With a telephone, it works great to ask and answer questions about your computer.

I. Where is Netmeeting?

You can find Netmeeting from your Start Button. (Click on it.)

Then, go to "Programs" > "Accessories" > "Communications" > "Netmeeting".

II. How can I make a call?

When you have finished initializing the program (see box on left), you will get a program running that looks like the one above.

To make a call, type the username of who you want to netmeet with. For example, to call Andy Heiser, type "heiser" in the top box .

Whoever you call needs to have started Netmeeting on their computer. In "Tools" > "Options" you can set Netmeeting to start automatically whenever you turn on your computer.

III. How can I show someone my computer screen?

To show someone your computer screen, click the button in the lower left corner.
Then, choose "Desktop", and click "Share".

IV. How can I allow someone to take control of my computer?

To allow someone to take control of your computer, click the button in the lower left corner.
Then, choose "Desktop", and click "Allow Control". You can re-gain control at any time by pressing any key.

Try the other features, and have fun!

 

First Time Users: Before Netmeeting starts, it will ask you a series of questions to initialize the program. You do not have to answer all the questions. Only four are required: Your Name Your Email address You do NOT want to log onto a directory server. Not Microsoft's not Nobodys. Here on Morningside, you are using a Local Area Network "LAN". Good Luck!

Sincerely, D'esprit Illusoire..