H.323 Global Network

We are building the world's largest, open, interconnected, federated multimedia communications network. We call it the H.323 Global Network (HGN).

It is a network built on H.323, the industry-leading videoconferencing / telepresence protocol. This protocol is proven in the industry, providing users with excellent voice and video communications capabilities over the Internet.

The HGN supports traditional phone numbers, but more importantly it supports domain-based dialing so that one can use H.323 URLs (e.g., h323:user@example.com). This allows any domain owner to operate his or her own H.323 devices or software and interconnect with the global network without being dependent on a central authority or service provider.

Using the most advanced NAT/FW traversal technology, users are able to communicate with any other user on the network. More importantly, it does not rely on peer-to-peer technologies that have been a concern for many network operators and universities.

We offer free individuals accounts on h323.net so that users can place and receive voice and video calls using compatible H.323 softphones and hardware. Further, we documented everything so that domain owners can set up their own H.323 networks that connect into the global network.

We coordinate with equipment vendors and services providers to ensure that voice and video calls are the highest quality possible, sharing what we have learned and striving to continually improve the experience.