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Developer(s) | TeamSpeak Systems |
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Initial release | August 2001; 19 years ago |
Stable release | 3.5.3 (Client) (June 2, 2020; 4 months ago) [±] 3.12.1 (Server) (March 31, 2020; 6 months ago) [±] |
Operating system | Linux, macOS, Microsoft Windows, iOS, FreeBSD (Server Only/no Client), Android |
Type | |
License | Proprietary, freeware |
Website | www.teamspeak.com |
TeamSpeak is a proprietaryvoice-over-Internet Protocol (VoIP) application for audio communication between users on a chat channel, much like a telephone conference call. Users typically use headphones with a microphone. The client software connects to a TeamSpeak server of the user's choice, from which the user may join chat channels.
The target audience for TeamSpeak is gamers, who can use the software to communicate with other players on the same team of a multiplayer video game. Communicating by voice gives a competitive advantage by enabling players to keep their hands on the controls.[1]
Server[edit]
The TeamSpeak server runs as a dedicated server on Linux, macOS, Microsoft Windows and FreeBSD and uses a client based user interface or a command-line interface to control server administration and configuration. TeamSpeak clients are available for Linux, macOS, Windows, Android, and iOS.
The TeamSpeak 3 server can be used at no cost for up to 32 slots (simultaneous users). For non-commercial use, non-profit licenses were available, until September 2018, that allowed to use the server with up to 512 slots. With it, server admins can choose to split up the slots into multiple virtual server instances (up to 2).[2]
Beginning from September 2018, the non-profit license was discontinued for the new license system.[3]
It splits the licenses into 3 Categories:
Name | Max. simultaneous users | Price | Max. Virtual Servers |
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Free Server License | 32 | Free | 1 |
Gamer License[4] | 64-1024 | $55–$500 | 1-2 |
Commercial License | - | - | - |
The commercial license is for 'Companies/Businesses, who look for an internal voice communication solution'.[5]
TeamSpeak Client[edit]
On Monday 14th October 2019, TeamSpeak announced a fully rebuilt version of their client software. Originally dubbed TeamSpeak 5 (with the name TeamSpeak 4 rumoured to have been avoided due to Tetraphobia), their new client has been released without a version number, and is just called 'TeamSpeak'.
The new client introduces a number of brand new additions to their services, including a modern global chat feature, a fully responsiveuser interface, free voice servers and many upgraded audio functions.
TeamSpeak 3[edit]
TeamSpeak 3[6] has been in development since 2004.It was a complete rewrite of TS2 with many new features, but has had infrequent updates on the development blog, and was first estimated to be released in mid-2006. The first public release of the TeamSpeak 3 SDK[7] was on June 5, 2008, with the integrated solution in the MMO game Vendetta Online.[8]Open beta of TeamSpeak 3 was released on December 9, 2009.[9] Open beta was closed on August 10, 2011 and replaced with Teamspeak 3.0.0 Final, which is the first stable release of Teamspeak 3.[10]
TeamSpeak 3 introduced the use of unique IDs, maintained in the program as identities, that are randomly generated at the time of a client's initial setup. An identity contains a nickname, which can be changed at any time, the Unique ID and an identity name, which is not visible to other users on the server. The unique id is used by the server to grant permissions to the user. Unique IDs replaced the need for a user to register with the server to keep their user group, be it a channel group or a server group.
Permissions system[edit]
When TeamSpeak 3 was first introduced in the Open Beta release, the server administrators were confronted with a major change in granting administrative powers to users, in the way of a permissions system based on boolean and integer, which permitted better user control.
The permissions system has two types of integer-based permissions: Power and Needed Power. The Power is the power level in numbers that the group/user has for that permission. The Needed Power is the power level in numbers needed by the group/user to use that specific permission. If the Power level is lower than the Needed Power level then the permission cannot be used. If the Power level is equal to or higher than the Needed Power level then the group/user will be able to use it.
TeamSpeak 3 also has a 5-tier hierarchy within its permissions system: Server Group, Client Permissions, Channel Permissions, Channel Groups and Channel Client Permissions. The five are used to override another type, also known as inheriting. This allows for highly complex permissions for users, giving users more powers and uses in TeamSpeak without giving away complete control to the users of the server.
With the release of later versions the TeamSpeak developers created easier ways to set up permissions in the way of a 'Standard Permissions Display' by default in the client. This placed the original permissions system display behind the 'Standard' one calling it 'Advanced Permissions Display'. This allowed beginners more ease of use when setting up a TeamSpeak 3 server. Some still prefer the Advanced system because it allows more control over which permissions get changed, whereas the Standard changes many permissions at the same time.
Update mechanism[edit]
TeamSpeak 3 uses an incremental update system that only downloads the files that need to be updated between releases, resulting in less bandwidth usage and faster installation.
Audio quality[edit]
It is possible to boost the microphone volume by applying software-based gain albeit at the loss of audio quality. Low THD hardware and dual-microphone noise suppression help clean up the noisefloor to allow software-base gain with less of an impact to audio quality.
In popular culture[edit]
TeamSpeak was mentioned numerous times within South Park's episode titled 'Make Love, Not Warcraft' which aired October 4, 2006 on Comedy Central.[11]
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ^Bary, Hiawatha (October 29, 2003). 'Game On; Players Add Verbal Jabs To Online Arsenal'. The Boston Globe.
- ^'Licensing'. sales.teamspeakusa.com. Teamspeak.
- ^'Not possible NPL License (how to get / renew etc.) - TeamSpeak'. forum.teamspeak.com. Retrieved 2018-12-05.
- ^Systems, TeamSpeak; Box 211180, Inc PO; Vista, Chula; CA; 91921; Email, USA Tel: +1-877-832-6773 Fax: +1-619-312-4145. 'Pricing | TeamSpeak'. www.teamspeak.com. Retrieved 2018-12-05.CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
- ^Systems, TeamSpeak; Box 211180, Inc PO; Vista, Chula; CA; 91921; Email, USA Tel: +1-877-832-6773 Fax: +1-619-312-4145. 'TeamSpeak 3 Licensing | TeamSpeak'. www.teamspeak.com. Retrieved 2018-12-05.CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
- ^'TeamSpeak 3'. TeamSpeak Systems GmbH. Retrieved 2008-07-14.
- ^'Guild Software and TeamSpeak announce the Integration of TeamSpeak 3 within Vendetta Online' (Press release). Florence Espinoza. 2008-07-01. Retrieved 2008-07-14.
- ^'Now featuring.. Voice Chat!'. Guild Software. 2008-06-05. Retrieved 2008-07-14.
- ^News. TeamSpeak. Retrieved on 2014-05-22.
- ^TeamSpeak 3 Final + iOS + Android Released. Forum.teamspeak.com. Retrieved on 2014-05-22.
- ^News. TeamSpeak (2006-10-11). Retrieved on 2014-05-22.
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A voice chat application is necessary if you enjoy online role-playing or first-person shooter games. It allows you to keep in constant contact with your team without having to enter lengthy instructions or updates. If you are a business professional and you wish to set up a means of communication for your team, you will also need a voice chat app. This is where TeamSpeak comes in.
TeamSpeak is one of the popular and leading platforms that offer the functionality and service that gamers and business owners need. It allows everyone to communicate via a cutting-edge VoIP technology for better call quality.
To use a chat app that runs on VoIP like TeamSpeak, you’ll need to meet the following requirements:
- 128 MB of memory
- 5 MB hard disk space
- Pentium 4 CPU
- A reliable internet connection that can support VoIP bandwidth
- A TeamSpeak server
- A team or a group of individuals to install the client and communicate with
- A TeamSpeak client like TeamSquawk
What Is TeamSquawk?
TeamSquawk is a functional and popular macOS X client for TeamSpeak 2. It comes with support for Channel Commander.
Unlike its competitor TeamSpeex, it only has basic features. Even so, Mac users love it because it provides a great user interface, has the ability to use the Channel Commander chat, and requires a low CPU overhead.
Here are other notable features of TeamSquawk:
- A lightweight client for TeamSpeak 2
- Allows voice chat in different rooms that use the Speex audio codec
- Supports different bitrates
- Allows talking as a Channel Commander
- Supports Grand Central Dispatch network-driven communication
- decoding routines
How to Set Up TeamSquawk
Here’s how to set up TeamSquawk on a macOS X:
1. Download and install TeamSquawk.
Download the official TeamSquawk package here. After downloading, double-click the .tgz file package to decompress. Wait for the process to complete. The TeamSquawk application should appear in the same directory you used for decompressing. Move the file to the Applications directory before opening it.
2. Configure TeamSquawk.
Take note that if you haven’t registered yet with the Uni TeamSpeak server, you have to register via the TeamSpeex client to proceed with this step.
Now, open the TeamSquawk application. In the event that you are prompted to confirm, click Open. Next, you will be asked to confirm whether or not to check updates automatically. Make sure you uncheck the Include anonymous system profile option and click the Don’t Check button. If TeamSquawk crashes, an error message will show. Just click Discard.
After that, navigate to General Settings. Check the Use condensed player view option. Click the OK button. On the main screen, navigate to Edit Server List. Go to Servers and click the + button to add a new account configuration.
Complete the fields. Make sure to include E-UNI before your nickname, e.g. , E-UNI My Nickname. Your new server should be named E-UNI My Nickname @teamspeak.eveuniversity.org.
Navigate to HotKeys. Click the + button to add three types of hotkeys: Push to Talk, Talk on Global Commander Channel, and Talk on Commander Channel. Set up a hotkey for each type.
Here is an example of how your Hotkeys will look like:
- [ – Push to Talk
- ] – Talk on Global Commander Channel
- / – Talk on Commander Channel
Congratulations! You have successfully configured TeamSquawk on your Mac.
How to Use TeamSquawk
Let’s proceed with how to use TeamSquawk. Simply open the TeamSquawk application. Click on the drop-down menu on the home screen of the app and select the account you have just configured. That’s it!
When you’re already using the application, there are three primary indicators you should take note of. They are as follows:
- Blue Indicator – It tells you that you are talking in a Command Channel.
- Orange Indicator – It tells you that you are talking in a Fleet Channel.
- Red Indicator – It tells you that you are talking in a Channel or Global Command.
Popular Issues with TeamSquawk
Like other applications, Mac users have experienced problems with TeamSquawk. We listed some of the most popular issues with the app below:
1. Mac Mini CoreFoundation Exception in libobjc.A.dylib
Some Mac Mini users reported that TeamSquawk throws an exception on their new 2018 Mac Mini. The error interestingly appears to happen in the libobjc.A.dylib module.
2. App Terminated Due to Uncaught Exception TSAUGraphPlayerError
Other Mac users tried using a standard wired headset with TeamSquawk. However, the application systematically crashes at launch. As a result, the operation could not be completed.
How to Fix TeamSquawk Errors
At the moment, there is no known fix for the mentioned TeamSquawk errors because the application is new and unstable. However, you can at least prepare your Mac to do the heavy lifting.
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