Videoconferencing over the Internet is easier than commonly believed and will become as common as telephoning. While setup requires expertise, using videoconferencing is easy. Equipment prices start at a few hundred dollars and setup requires a broadband Internet connection and properly configured firewall. Videoconferencing can help address problems with transportation, education, healthcare and family separation by enabling face-to-face communication without physical travel. The presenter advocates for using existing videoconferencing technology and standards to improve these areas.