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Zoom: the New Normal
Posted May 28, 2020
By Emily Macios
Were you familiar with the term “Zoom” just a few months ago? Since the COVID-19 pandemic hit and many have been forced to work from home, the video conference app has now become a household name.
Events across the world have gone virtual. Virtual meetings are the new normal. In just a few short months, Zoom has become the most popular video conference platform for virtual meetings, lectures, and many other types of events.
The video conference and chat app boasts an easy to use interface and makes it simple to schedule and conduct meetings via video conferencing. Some of the most popular and useful features include the ability to share your screen (desktop screen, web browser, Powerpoint, etc.), and the ability to record meetings/lectures.
To maintain the best security protocols, always make sure to check for software updates and install the most current updates. The latest version of the app, Zoom 5.0, has addressed and bolstered the security and privacy features of the app.
Available for Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android, Zoom has become an essential part of our remote workflow.
Check out the SIUE ITS Zoom website to download the Zoom app, browse the many tutorials, virtual training course, and other resources.
https://www.siue.edu/its/zoom/