A video teleconference is a real-time meeting conducted via video transmission. There are several alternative terms used to refer to such meetings which include video conference, online meeting, virtual meeting, video chat, web conference, telepresence, and remote meeting among others. These terms are often used interchangeably to mean the same thing. However, some distinctions can be made, depending on the specific software or service being used. For instance, telepresence systems generally refer to high-end video conferencing systems that provide high-quality audio and video, while web conference is used for smaller meetings held via web browser. Regardless of the term used, video teleconferencing is an effective way of conducting business meetings or staying connected with remote workers.