Overview
Zoom is a leading video conferencing and collaboration platform designed to facilitate seamless virtual meetings, webinars, and team collaboration. Known for its high-quality video and audio performance, Zoom provides a versatile and user-friendly solution for communication and collaboration across various settings, from small team meetings to large-scale virtual events.
Key Features
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Video Conferencing: Host and participate in high-definition video meetings with features like HD video and audio, virtual backgrounds, and gallery view for up to 1,000 participants.
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Webinars: Conduct large-scale webinars with advanced features such as registration management, Q&A, polling, and interactive engagement tools for up to 50,000 attendees.
- Meeting Recording: Record meetings and webinars with options for cloud storage or local files, including features for automatic transcription and highlights.
- Screen Sharing: Share your screen or specific applications during meetings, with options to annotate and collaborate in real-time.
- Breakout Rooms: Divide participants into smaller groups during meetings for focused discussions or collaborative work, with the ability to easily move between rooms.
- Integration and Extensibility: Connects with a wide range of third-party applications and services, including calendar integrations, CRM systems, and productivity tools.
- Collaboration Tools: Includes in-meeting chat, file sharing, and whiteboard features to enhance interaction and teamwork during virtual meetings.
Benefits
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Flexible Communication: Enables effective virtual communication with features tailored to both small team meetings and large-scale events.
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High-Quality Experience: Provides reliable video and audio performance with robust support for various devices and internet connections.
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User-Friendly Interface: Offers an intuitive and easy-to-use interface that simplifies scheduling, joining, and managing meetings and webinars.
Available to
All active faculty staff and students have a professional license.
Note: Retiree and Alumni Accounts are Basic standard free meetings, limited to 40-minute sessions.
Cost
This service is provided at no additional cost to eligible* individuals or departments, as it is fully funded by the institution.
*Questions on eligibility, please contact the ITS Service Desk*