Computer architecture and process for audio conferencing over local and global networks including internets and intranets

摘要

A system for providing at least one forum for communication to a plurality of clients (50) communicable with a computer network (40) is taught. The system includes a conference server (30) communicable with the computer network for hosting one or more forums, and for managing graphical representations of clients in the forums. The system also includes a multi-point control unit server (66) communicable with the computer network (40) for transmitting voice communication in real-time from a speaking client to remaining in the at least one forum.