Zoom Workplace

Important Notice

Beginning November 5, 2022, you will need to update your Zoom client to ensure that it is no more than nine months behind the current version before joining your Zoom meeting. Please update your Zoom to the latest version. Please learn more about this security requirement.

Beginning August 17, 2020, all faculty and students must activate their University Zoom account and use it to access UAlbany-scheduled Zoom sessions. Please visit Teaching and Learning for Zoom resources in the classroom. On September 27, 2020, Zoom will require that all Zoom meetings have a Passcode or a Waiting Room enabled. Please learn more about this security requirement.

About the Service



Zoom Workplace can be used on various platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, Blackberry, and H.323/SIP room systems.

Features:

Use-cases:

  • Reduce travel between buildings/campuses by holding online meetings

  • Faculty: Teach courses online with video sharing and breakout rooms for smaller group discussions

  • Researchers: Meet with colleagues around the globe

Get Started with Zoom

  • First Time Using Zoom

  • Zoom: The Basics
     

Getting Connected

To use Zoom for video conferencing you will need:

  • An internet connection – broadband wired or wireless (3G or 4G/LTE)

  • Speakers and a microphone – built-in or USB plug-in or wireless Bluetooth

  • A webcam or HD webcam - built-in or USB plug-in

  • Or, a HD cam or HD camcorder with video capture card

Getting Started with Zoom on a Mobile Device

Getting started with Zoom on a laptop or desktop computer

Using the Service

 The Zoom service includes several communication and collaboration features:

Accessibility

Troubleshooting

Training and Support