About Zoom

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 About

Zoom is a full-featured video and collaborative technology which unifies cloud video conferencing, simple online meetings, and group messaging into one easy-to-use platform. KSU Pro Zoom accounts allow for video, audio, and content sharing between up to 300 participants by default (1000 per request) from any device including PC, Mac, Android and iOS devices, H.323 room systems, SIP software, and teleconference lines.

 Audience

  • Students
  • Faculty
  • Staff
  • Guests

 Details  

Main features 

  • HD audio and video, up to 300 participants by default, and up to 1000 participants per request (Zoom request)
  • Screen sharing and annotation
  • Recording
  • Host control
  • Advanced scheduling
  • Schedule on behalf of others (by permission)
  • Guest invitation
  • Password secured meetings
  • Private and public chat in meeting 

Examples of how to use Zoom

  • Holding staff meetings with individuals who are in many locations
  • Meeting with vendors
  • Providing virtual office hours
  • Tutoring services
  • Connecting synchronously with students in distance education courses
  • Inviting guest speakers from remote locations
  • Holding group meetings and collaborating on group projects
  • Providing training sessions
  • Interviewing candidates for positions and conducting reference checks

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