Remote server for camfrog

[barnettgs]

My friend has just set up Camfrog server Pro on his computer. For your information, camfrog is video conference chat room which most deaf people use. My friend is also deaf as well.

However, it is struggling already with just 3 users in his server room so obviously, his home broadband is simply not enough. He has to get a server which can cope with more than 20 users etc.

Camfrog server info is here: http://www.camfrog.com/faq.phtml#server

How much bandwidth does Camfrog Server use exactly?
To estimate this multiply 30720 bytes/sec * count of video streams = maximum value, usually traffic keeps in 1/2 of this value. In peaks one video stream can use up to 51200 bytes/sec if the user continues to move the camera around so the picture changes constantly.

FAQ says he should be able to rent a server in US for $100 per month which offer 750GB of bandwidth per month. I'm thinking it would be better if he get a UK server so that ping times can be much lower but will it cost more £££?

Please help me!

 

[wesley]

Hi

i use camfrog all the time, i'm deaf

i dont think it'll improve the cam with lower pings but maybe just little, i think high upload speed is the main factor.

UK hostings cost a lot more than US hostings

maybe i know your friend

 

[barnettgs]

Thanks.

Oh well, looks like it got to be US server...you're right, I don't think UK could get any cheaper. My friend is considering it seriously even though I have told him it cost $100 per month.