{"id":21083,"date":"2022-04-25T17:51:15","date_gmt":"2022-04-25T14:51:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trueconf.com/blog\/?p=21083"},"modified":"2026-04-16T11:56:02","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T08:56:02","slug":"video-call-quality","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trueconf.com/blog\/reviews-comparisons\/video-call-quality","title":{"rendered":"6 Tips on How to Improve Your Video Call Quality"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"display:inline-flex;align-items:center;gap:6px;padding:5px 12px;background:#E6F1FB;border-radius:20px;font-size:13px;color:#0C447C;white-space:nowrap;line-height:1;font-family:sans-serif;\">\n  <span style=\"width:6px;height:6px;border-radius:50%;background:#378ADD;flex-shrink:0;display:block;\"><\/span><br \/>\n  <span>Updated <strong style=\"font-weight:500;\">April 2026<\/strong><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"primary-medium-text ui-mb-sm-1\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-28266 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/trueconf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/improve-video-call-quality.svg\" alt=\"Improve Video Call Quality\" width=\"1200\" height=\"427\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\"><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"h4--main h4--thick black-text ui-mb-xs-3 ui-mt-md-1\">Quick Checklist: What Matters Most (Read This First)<\/h2>\n<table style=\"overflow-x: auto; display: block;\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"padding: 8px 16px; text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">Factor<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding: 8px 16px; text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">Impact on Quality<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding: 8px 16px; text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">How to Check<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding: 8px 16px; text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">Difficulty to Fix<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text ui-mb-xs-1\"><strong>Internet Connection<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">Critical<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">Speed test<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">\u2b50\u2b50 (medium)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text ui-mb-xs-1\"><strong>Lighting<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">Very High<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">Turn on camera<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">\u2b50 (easy)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text ui-mb-xs-1\"><strong>Audio Equipment<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">Critical<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">Use headphones<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">\u2b50\u2b50 (varies)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text ui-mb-xs-1\"><strong>Background Apps<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">High<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">Task Manager\/Activity Monitor<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">\u2b50 (easy)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text ui-mb-xs-1\"><strong>Camera\/Microphone<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">High<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">Check app settings<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">\u2b50\u2b50 (medium)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3 class=\"h5--main h5--thick black-text ui-mb-xs-3 ui-mt-md-1\">Three Golden Rules of Video Call Quality<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"ui-list ui-list--medium\" style=\"margin-bottom: 18px;\">\n<li class=\"ui-list__item ui-list__item--disc\"><b>Audio is primary (more important than video):<\/b> people can communicate without video but not without sound.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ui-list__item ui-list__item--disc\"><b>Jitter (delay variation) is worse than slow speed:<\/b> stable 3 Mbps is better than unstable 10 Mbps.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ui-list__item ui-list__item--disc\"><b>Lighting solves 60% of video problems:<\/b> lighting matters more than your camera.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"grid-layout\">\n<div class=\"grid-layout__col-2\">\n<div class=\"grid-layout__item grid-layout__item--md grid-layout__item--color\">\n<p class=\"primary-medium-text ui-mb-sm-1\"><b>Try TrueConf Server Free!<\/b><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ui-list ui-list--small\" style=\"margin-bottom: 18px;\">\n<li class=\"ui-list__item ui-list__item--disc\"><b>1,000 online users<\/b> with the ability to chats and mske one-on-one video calls.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ui-list__item ui-list__item--disc\"><b>10 PRO users<\/b> with the ability to participate in group video conferences.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ui-list__item ui-list__item--disc\"><b>One SIP\/H.323\/RTSP connection<\/b> for interoperability with corporate PBX and SIP\/H.323 endpoints.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ui-list__item ui-list__item--disc\"><b>One guest connection<\/b> to invite a non-authenticated user via link to your meetings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>            <a href=\"https:\/\/trueconf.com\/blog\/knowledge-base\/simple-guide-to-4k-video-conferencing.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" role=\"link\" class=\"default-button default-button--sm default-button--orange default-button--rounded default-button--truncate white-text\"><br \/>\n                <span class=\"default-button__text\">Learn more<\/span><br \/>\n            <\/a>\n        <\/div>\n<div class=\"grid-layout__item\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trueconf.com\/images\/products\/server-free\/feature\/--static-right\/__slide\/en\/features--static-right__slide--media.png\" alt=\"Content Sharing in High Quality\" title=\"Content Sharing in High Quality\" loading=\"lazy\">\n        <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"primary-medium-text ui-mb-sm-1\">\n<h2 class=\"h4--main h4--thick black-text ui-mb-xs-3 ui-mt-md-1\">What Affects Video Quality?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"primary-medium-text ui-mb-sm-1\">During online meetings, the quality and resolution of your video can change rapidly due to several factors to consider before starting an important discussion:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ui-list ui-list--medium\" style=\"margin-bottom: 18px;\">\n<li class=\"ui-list__item ui-list__item--disc\">The <b>capabilities of your camera<\/b>, microphone, and other input and output devices you plan to use during a virtual discussion;<\/li>\n<li class=\"ui-list__item ui-list__item--disc\"><b>Bandwidth quality and internet connection<\/b> speed are crucial for high-quality video and audio transmission;<\/li>\n<li class=\"ui-list__item ui-list__item--disc\">A <b>high load on the central processor<\/b> may interrupt the software\u2019s operation, negatively affecting online events;<\/li>\n<li class=\"ui-list__item ui-list__item--disc\"><b>Low battery power<\/b> can slow down the software, leading to technical problems or the sudden termination of the conference due to device disconnection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/j-PrGBz1X_I?si=vNZak_LjuJ45lI_D\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"h4--main h4--thick black-text ui-mb-xs-3 ui-mt-md-1\">How to Get Better Video Quality?<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"h5--main h5--thick black-text ui-mb-xs-3 ui-mt-md-1\">Tip 1. Check Your Devices<\/h3>\n<p class=\"primary-medium-text ui-mb-sm-1\">Before each video call, take a minute to check the sound and video settings to prevent any issues in advance. We must remember that your browser or video conferencing application might mistakenly select the wrong microphone or camera, or your device might not be identified in the system.<\/p>\n<p class=\"primary-medium-text ui-mb-sm-1\"><b>What to verify:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ui-list ui-list--medium\" style=\"margin-bottom: 18px;\">\n<li class=\"ui-list__item ui-list__item--disc\">Which camera is selected (built-in or external)?<\/li>\n<li class=\"ui-list__item ui-list__item--disc\">Which microphone is active (built-in, headset, or separate mic)?<\/li>\n<li class=\"ui-list__item ui-list__item--disc\">Which speakers\/headphones are configured for audio output?<\/li>\n<li class=\"ui-list__item ui-list__item--disc\">Perform a test call or device test within the application before joining.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"background: #F4F6FA; border-top: 3px solid #00BCD4; padding: 20px 24px 24px 24px; margin: 28px 0; border-radius: 8px;\">\n<p class=\"primary-medium-text ui-mb-sm-1\"><b>Pro Tip<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"primary-medium-text ui-mb-sm-1\">Most platforms have built-in device tests (Settings \u2192 Devices \u2192 Test Audio\/Video). Run this check before important calls to catch configuration issues early.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"primary-medium-text ui-mb-sm-1\">Once everything is set up, make a trial call or test the devices to ensure everything goes smoothly before joining the meeting.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"h5--main h5--thick black-text ui-mb-xs-3 ui-mt-md-1\">Tip 2. Choose Wired Connection When Possible<\/h3>\n<p class=\"primary-medium-text ui-mb-sm-1\">For video calls and online conferences, a stable connection is the most important factor. Although the Internet connection is much faster now than ten years ago, users still frequently experience audio interruptions or delays.<\/p>\n<p class=\"primary-medium-text ui-mb-sm-1\">In most cases, the reason for this is the unstable operation of Wi-Fi. This method of connecting to the Internet is wireless and can be configured based on your network conditions. Keep in mind that other electronic devices or nearby Bluetooth signals can easily interrupt your connection.<\/p>\n<p class=\"primary-medium-text ui-mb-sm-1\">For the best video conferencing experience, use wired connections. Ethernet is faster than Wi-Fi and doesn\u2019t depend on other connections on your network.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"h5--main h5--thick black-text ui-mb-xs-3 ui-mt-md-1\">Tip 3. Reboot Your Wi-Fi<\/h3>\n<p class=\"primary-medium-text ui-mb-sm-1\">If you encounter any connectivity issues, don\u2019t leave the success of your meeting to chance. In an emergency, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elecbrakes.com\/blog\/best-caravan-wifi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">reboot your WiFi<\/a> to update your router settings and improve overall performance. Also, remember to check your internet speed regularly to ensure there are no issues with your provider or router.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"h5--main h5--thick black-text ui-mb-xs-3 ui-mt-md-1\">Tip 4. Focus and Close Other Apps<\/h3>\n<p class=\"primary-medium-text ui-mb-sm-1\">Before the call, close all unnecessary applications and browser tabs to prevent overloading or overheating your CPU. It\u2019s also important to close all other video conferencing applications, as they might use your microphone or camera, preventing you from connecting to the meeting properly.<\/p>\n<p class=\"primary-medium-text ui-mb-sm-1\"><b>Must-close applications:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ui-list ui-list--medium\" style=\"margin-bottom: 18px;\">\n<li class=\"ui-list__item ui-list__item--disc\">Other video conferencing apps (they consume your camera and microphone)<\/li>\n<li class=\"ui-list__item ui-list__item--disc\">YouTube, Netflix, streaming video<\/li>\n<li class=\"ui-list__item ui-list__item--disc\">Cloud sync services (Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive) \u2014 they hog bandwidth<\/li>\n<li class=\"ui-list__item ui-list__item--disc\">Unnecessary browser tabs (each uses memory)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"background: #F4F6FA; border-top: 3px solid #00BCD4; padding: 20px 24px 24px 24px; margin: 28px 0; border-radius: 8px;\">\n<p class=\"primary-medium-text ui-mb-sm-1\"><b>Pro Tips<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"primary-medium-text ui-mb-sm-1\"><b>Mac:<\/b> Click upper right corner, select &#8220;Do Not Disturb&#8221; (blocks notifications).<\/p>\n<p class=\"primary-medium-text ui-mb-sm-1\"><b>Windows:<\/b> Press Windows key + A, enable &#8220;Focus Assist&#8221;.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"h5--main h5--thick black-text ui-mb-xs-3 ui-mt-md-1\">Tip 5. Disable Your Camera<\/h3>\n<p class=\"primary-medium-text ui-mb-sm-1\">In cases of an unstable connection affecting sound quality, simply turn off the camera. In most cases, real-time voice communication is much more crucial than video.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"h5--main h5--thick black-text ui-mb-xs-3 ui-mt-md-1\">Tip 6. Choose Reliable Video Communication Software<\/h3>\n<p class=\"primary-medium-text ui-mb-sm-1\">Look for online communication programs that perform well at low bandwidth and support high <a href=\"https:\/\/animasmarketing.com\/video-resolution-explained-everything-about-each-video-size\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">video resolution<\/a>. The perfect software should be user-friendly and not require much time for employees and customers to onboard. The solution should work on various operating systems, including mobile ones, allowing you to communicate regardless of location.<\/p>\n<style>\n\t.accent-card {\n\t    \/*background: url(\/images\/common\/backgrounds\/blue-semi-transparent-rounded-squares-1138-x-510.svg) 50% 50% \/ cover no-repeat;*\/\n\t    border-radius: 12px;\n\t\tpadding: 40px 28px;\n\t}\n\t@media screen and (max-width: 576px) {\n\t\t.accent-card {\n\t\t\tpadding: 24px;\n\t\t}\n\t}\n<\/style>\n<div style=\"background: #00B3CD; border-radius: 12px; padding: 24px;\">\n<h2 class=\"h4--main h4--thick white-text center-text ui-mb-xs-3\">Take your team communication to the next level with TrueConf!<\/h2>\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text white-text center-text ui-mb-sm-3\">\n        A powerful self-hosted video conferencing solution for up to 1,000 users, available on desktop, mobile, and room systems.\n    <\/p>\n<div class=\"button-group-container button-group-container--center\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/trueconf.com\/downloads\/trueconf-server\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" role=\"link\" class=\"default-button default-button--sm default-button--orange default-button--rounded default-button--truncate default-button__download-icon default-button--left-icon white-icon\"><br \/>\n            <span class=\"default-button__text white-text\">Dowload Now!<\/span><br \/>\n        <\/a><\/p>\n<p>        <a href=\"https:\/\/trueconf.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" role=\"link\" class=\"primary-smallest-text to-page to-page--rarr white-icon white-text\">Learn more<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"h4--main h4--thick black-text ui-mb-xs-3 ui-mt-md-1\">Internet Requirements by Meeting Type<\/h2>\n<table style=\"overflow-x: auto; display: block;\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"padding: 8px 16px; text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">Meeting Type<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding: 8px 16px; text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">Participants<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding: 8px 16px; text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">Minimum Speed<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding: 8px 16px; text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">Recommended<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding: 8px 16px; text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">Video Quality<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding: 8px 16px; text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">Audio<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text ui-mb-xs-1\"><strong>One-on-one<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">2<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">1 Mbps<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">3-4 Mbps<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">360p<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">HD<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text ui-mb-xs-1\"><strong>Small group<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">3-6<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">2 Mbps<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">5-8 Mbps<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">720p<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">HD<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text ui-mb-xs-1\"><strong>Group meeting<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">7-10<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">4 Mbps<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">10-15 Mbps<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">1080p<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">HD<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text ui-mb-xs-1\"><strong>Presentation + screen share<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">10+<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">5 Mbps<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">15-20 Mbps<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">1080p<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">Compressed<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text ui-mb-xs-1\"><strong>HD large conference<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">20+<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">10 Mbps<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #F7F9FC; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<p class=\"primary-smallest-text\">25+ Mbps<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 16px; 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