The document discusses applications of video conferencing and streaming for distance learning. It describes how these technologies can be used for traditional teaching, field trips, school announcements, and classroom capture and playback. Benefits include increasing access to expert teachers, reducing travel costs, and allowing students to access material on-demand for review. Costs for equipment can range from $5,000 to $50,000 depending on needs. Popular manufacturers include Cisco, Polycom, and Radvision.