New blogpost: "Upgrading my video conferencing setup (and it all works with Linux with no fiddling)"
All plug-and-play with Debian and GNOME.
Nous sommes fiers d’annoncer avec Atol CD, avoir été retenus comme co-titulaires du lot 7 “Solutions collaboratives” du marché interministériel “Expertises #LogicielsLibres” piloté par la #DGFiP, avec @worteks_com en qualité de sous-traitant. Les logiciels concernés par ce lot : @nextcloud, @CollaboraOffice, @bigbluebutton, @element, @openproject, #Jitsi. 
https://www.arawa.fr/2025/05/12/accord-cadre-marche-interministeriel-dgfip/
#TransfoNum #OpenSource
My #Jitsi feature request for blanking or freezing the screen share got cancelled (not planned). 
https://github.com/jitsi/jitsi-meet/issues/15019#event-17565877921
Looking for #OpenSource solutions for simultaneous translation in #Jitsi
Procuram-se soluções de código aberto para tradução simultânea no Jitsi
Skype, one of the pioneers in internet telephony, has officially ended its support on May 5, 2025. While it was not perfect, Skype held a special place for many as their first experience with online calling. As we bid farewell to Skype, it's important to look ahead at the alternatives that can fill the void. Here are some free and open-source options that can replace Skype seamlessly:
Jitsi
Switch to Jitsi, the free and open-source video conferencing tool. Here's why Jitsi is a great choice:
- Cross-Platform: Jitsi works on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android, making it accessible to everyone.
- Easy Sharing: Share your screen, files, and even collaborate on documents in real-time.
- Rich Media Support: Jitsi supports high-quality video and audio, ensuring a smooth and engaging experience.
Get started with Jitsi, visit https://jitsi.org/
Matrix (Element)
Matrix is an open standard for decentralized communication, and Element is its flagship client. It supports text messaging, voice and video calls, and file sharing. Matrix's decentralized nature allows users to host their own servers, providing greater control over their data.
- Interoperability: Matrix can bridge with other communication platforms, making it versatile.
- End-to-End Encryption: Ensure your communications are secure with built-in encryption.
- Cross-Platform: Available on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android.
Learn more about Matrix and Element at https://element.io/
Session
Session is a decentralized messaging app that emphasizes privacy and security. It uses the Oxen network for secure communication and does not require a phone number or email address for registration.
- Privacy-Focused: No phone number or email required, ensuring anonymity.
- Cross-Platform: Available on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android.
- Decentralized: No central servers, reducing the risk of data breaches.
Explore Session at https://getsession.org/
Signal
Signal is known for its strong focus on privacy and security, offering end-to-end encryption for all communications, including voice calls, video calls, and messaging.
- End-to-End Encryption: All communications are secure and private.
- Cross-Platform: Available on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android.
Download Signal at https://signal.org/
Mumble
Mumble is primarily designed for voice communication, offering low-latency, high-quality voice chat. It's often used by gamers and communities that require clear and reliable voice communication.
- Low-Latency: Ensures smooth and clear voice communication.
- Cross-Platform: Available on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android.
Get started with Mumble at https://www.mumble.info/
Don't Get Stuck with MS Teams!
#SkypeAlternatives #OpenSource #Privacy #CommunicationTools #Jitsi #Matrix #Element #Session #Signal #Mumble #MSTeams #Microsoft #Skype #Jitsi #Teams #OpenSource
#VideoConferencing #Privacy #Security #Collaboration #RemoteWork
#TechNews #TechTransition #DigitalTransformation
Attention all Skype users! Microsoft is ending support for Skype, but don't worry—the transition to Jitsi is super easy. You don't even need to create an account. Just visit https://meet.jit.si/ or run your own server with https://jitsi.org/blog/introducing-jaas-components/
Switch to Jitsi, the free and open-source video conferencing tool. Here's why Jitsi is a great choice:
**Privacy and Security**: Jitsi is open-source, meaning its code is transparent and auditable. No hidden agendas or data mining.
**Cross-Platform**: Jitsi works on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android, making it accessible to everyone. **Easy Sharing**: Share your screen, files, and even collaborate on documents in real-time.
**Search Engine Optimization**: Jitsi meetings are optimized for search engines, making it easier to find and join meetings.
**Rich Media Support**: Jitsi supports high-quality video and audio, ensuring a smooth and engaging experience.
Don't get stuck with MS Teams! 
Es ist soweit!
Microsoft schaltet sein 
#Messenger Urgestein #Skype am heutigen 5. Mai endgültig ab. Die hauseigene Alternative #MicrosoftTeams bietet zwar mehr Funktionen, ist aber hinsichtlich #Datenschutz umstritten.
Vielleicht ist das ja auch eine Gelegenheit, im Sinne der #DigitaleSouveraenitaet und #unplugUSA auf eine der etablierten (europäischen) Alternativen umzusteigen - vielleicht ja sogar auf eine #OpenSource Lösung?
@norbert @clemensg Die LAG Grundeinkommen in Niedersachsen nutzt Jitsi unter meet.gruene.de, obwohl der Landesverband auch Zoom-Lizensen hat und ich mir von der Landesgeschäftsstelle hier Sitzungen aufsetzen lassen könnte. Mit Jitsi bin ich unabhängig, was für mich als Co-Sprecher*in ohne zweite Co-Sprecher*in auch die Arbeitslast etwas reduziert.
Lorsqu'on installe Jitsi sur YunoHost qu'on crée un meeting, ça le fait. Sauf que parfois, en essayant de joindre le meeting / la conférence depuis le même réseau local, en tant que participant ça déconnecte le meeting.
Je vais tenter cette solution : https://github.com/jitsi/jitsi-meet/issues/11932
I am planning also to setup my own @owncast instance, planning to to this along @lqdev .
He sent me a link for a #jitsi server, provided by a #FSF membership.
How does the #fediverse feels about memberships that include accounts to a #owncast, #mastodon, #ghost, #peertube, etc. instances? Similar to cooperatives.
Arrêt de Skype : quelles alternatives ?
Skype va couper, Chérie...
Microsoft annonce1 l'arrêt de Skype en mai 2025. Un outil encore utilisé par grand nombre de personnes, y compris sous "Linux". Mais cela ne doit pas instiller, dans la Cité, de la peur. C'est au
https://www.aldil.org/arret-de-skype-quelles-alternatives/2264/
#Actualits #LogicielsLibres #ALDIL #bidouille #bigbluebutton #entraide #installpaty #jitsi #logicielslibres #mattermost #signal #smartphone #vie_prive #vieprive
@neil
I moved our weekly virtual drinks party from Skype to Jitsi a few weeks ago, after Microsoft fumbled the transition from Skype to #Teams and one of us couldn't join. I'm really impressed by the way Jitsi has come on since I last tried it in 2020: not only is the connection clear and stable, but #Jitsi makes better use of our inadequate bandwidth than #Skype ever did.
@yakkoj no one ever, in the history of my Jitsi server, told me to use Webex or Teams as a better alternative.
Großes Lob & Dank an @ossrox für ihre tollen Open Source Services, die noch besser ermöglichen einfach von den amerikanischen Unternehmen wegzukommen.
Ich hoffe immer mehr Menschen, Organisationen, Vereine und Unternehmen nutzen diese Möglichkeiten und kommen aus ihrer großen Komfortzone, um die Verbreitung europäischer Dienste zu fördern.
Zum Thema Unabhängigkeit von amerikanischen Diensten zeige ich auf welche ich stattdessen nutze.
Viele schon seit etlichen Jahren. Möglichst nachhaltig und Open Source.
Mobilfunk: WEtell 
Cloud: Nextcloud 
Social Media: Mastodon 
Konferenz: Jitsi 
Office: LibreSoftware/Collabora:
Messenger: Matrix 
& Threema 
Bank: tomorrow 
Working through the suggested alternatives to Zoom, starting with #Jitsi - but it appears to want me to login using Facebook (hahahahaha), Google (hahahahahahahahahahaha) or GitHub. Now, the latter I can do. But I've heard rumblings about that site too.
Why would anyone offering an alternative to Zoom suggest these as the only login methods?
I've been using jitsi.meet as a free non-USA alternative to Zoom, googlemeet, and the truly dire Teams.
It works, noise suppression isn't great and as a host you have to login via a corporate login service like Google or Github (I'm an old git and use that as least worse). But certainly a viable alternative.
#jitsi
@pa3weg @bert_hubert@fosstodon.org
@bert_hubert@mastodon.nl
En inderdaad, wij verkopen "hout" (hosting), maar we verkopen ook complete oplossingen "meubels".
We leveren bijvoorbeeld #nextcloud met nextcloud #office en #e-mail (volledig verzorgd) en #peertube als service en #mastodon als service en wat dacht je van #jitsi en #bigbluebutton ook als service.
Het is zelfs zo dat Bert daar zelf gebruik van maakt, de mastodon.nl server is qua eigennaarschap van de stichting ActivityPub, maar draait met en door ProcoliX.
@universiteitleiden Voor chat in eigen beheer zou #Mattermost of #Matrix een veel beter keuze zijn.
Voor #Videobellen is #BigBlueButton of #Jitsi een goede privacy vriendelijke keuze voor álle gespreksdeelnemers.
Are you still stuck using proprietary software to talk to your coworkers and loved ones? #Jitsi Meet respects your freedom and privacy, and #FSF associate members can spread that freedom by using our FSF instance, whose rooms can be created and moderated with an FSF account, not one by big tech. Read more: https://u.fsf.org/33h Join today: https://u.fsf.org/63
