Video Calls
Video meetings have become an essential business tool, yet commercial platforms impose arbitrary meeting time limits, per-host monthly subscription bills, and opaque data handling policies. The ITbox encrypted video calls module delivers private, browser-based video conferencing powered by open-source Jitsi technology. Team members and external clients join meetings with a single click—no software downloads or account sign-ups required. With HD video, crisp audio, full screen sharing, and end-to-end encryption, you get professional video collaboration on infrastructure you control.
Why this matters
No per-host monthly fees or meeting time limits
Commercial video platforms charge $15 to $20 per host each month and kick free users off after 40 minutes. On ITbox, meetings can run as long as you need with as many internal hosts as you want, completely free of recurring subscription costs.
Complete meeting confidentiality and privacy
Your video and audio streams route directly through your private server rather than being decrypted and inspected on commercial cloud servers. For companies handling sensitive intellectual property or proprietary client data, it provides total peace of mind.
Who this is for
- Businesses seeking an alternative to expensive Zoom or Microsoft Teams monthly host subscriptions.
- Offices conducting sensitive client interviews, medical consultations, or legal meetings requiring strict confidentiality.
- Teams wanting instant, one-click video meetings integrated directly into their internal company chat channels.
- Companies wanting clean meeting URLs hosted under their own company domain without third-party branding.
What is included
- Self-hosted video meeting server running open-source Jitsi WebRTC architecture
- Frictionless browser-based client: participants join instantly without installing apps or plugins
- High-definition video, adaptive bandwidth management, and crystal-clear Opus audio codecs
- Full desktop and single-window screen sharing with collaborative document co-viewing
- Encrypted meeting rooms with optional host moderation, participant lobby, and password protection
- Direct integration with ITbox chat and employee directory for instant meeting launching
Process and written scope
1. Network & Bandwidth Assessment
We evaluate your office internet upload bandwidth and expected concurrent video participants to design an optimal video bridge.
2. Jitsi Video Bridge Deployment
We deploy the video bridge containers, configure WebRTC UDP ports, and install trusted TLS certificates.
3. Audio/Video Quality Tuning
We optimize video resolution limits and bandwidth caps to ensure smooth performance across various client internet speeds.
4. Meeting Integration & Testing
We connect meeting shortcuts to your internal chat module and conduct test meetings with external participants.
Technical guide & best practices
WebRTC Direct Streaming and Bandwidth Optimization
Built on battle-tested Jitsi Videobridge technology, video meetings use adaptive stream selection to dynamically adjust resolution based on each participant's network connection. When participants are inside the office LAN, video streams route locally without consuming external internet bandwidth.
End-to-End Meeting Encryption and Room Security
Meeting rooms can be locked with temporary passwords, participant lobbies, and host approval gates to prevent unauthorized eavesdropping. Video streams are encrypted directly in the browser using DTLS-SRTP standards before leaving client devices.
Bandwidth Guidelines: Sizing your internet connection
Video conferencing requires adequate upload bandwidth. For an office with 5 to 10 concurrent video streams, a business internet connection with at least 25 Mbps upload speed is recommended. For larger multi-participant calls, adaptive video resolution ensures connections stay smooth.
Hardware Specifications
Video bridges are CPU-intensive during multi-person calls. The recommended ITbox specification for regular video meetings (up to 25 people) is 4 cores, 8 GB RAM, and 250 GB SSD.
Rates
$115–$150 per hour
ITbox Video Calls deployment in Calgary. Fixed-scope project quotes are available on request, and scope and cost are confirmed in writing before work starts.
Frequently asked questions
Can we use dedicated conference room microphones and cameras?
Yes. Standard USB webcams, wide-angle conference room cameras, and external microphone pods are supported natively in any modern web browser.
Do clients need to install an app to join a video call?
No. External clients click a link and join immediately from Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari without installing anything.
Can we record meetings?
Yes. Local meeting recording can be configured to save video files directly to your ITbox WebDAV file share or private S3 storage.
How is setup billed?
Installation and audio/video tuning are billed hourly at our standard $115 to $150 rate with a written estimate.
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Talk to us about ITbox video calls
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