The University launched an all-new telephone system to give you phone access anywhere you go. Zoom offers a range of benefits that enhance communication and collaboration for both personal and professional use, making it a leading video conferencing platform.
Key Benefits of Zoom
- Remote Work Enablement: Zoom has become essential for remote work, allowing teams to connect and collaborate from anywhere. This has been particularly important during the COVID-19 pandemic, enabling businesses to maintain productivity while working from home.
- Cost-Effectiveness: By eliminating the need for travel, Zoom helps organizations save on expenses associated with in-person meetings. This makes it a cost-effective solution for businesses looking to reduce operational costs.
- User-Friendly Features: Zoom provides a variety of features that enhance the user experience, including:
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Video and Audio Conferencing: High-quality video and audio capabilities ensure clear communication during meetings.
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Screen Sharing: Participants can share their screens to present information or collaborate on projects in real-time.
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Interactive Whiteboards: These tools facilitate brainstorming and collaboration during meetings.
- Meeting Recording: Users can record meetings for later reference, which is useful for those who cannot attend live.
- Scalability: Zoom can accommodate a wide range of meeting sizes, from small team meetings to large webinars with thousands of participants. This flexibility makes it suitable for various organizational needs.
- Integration with Other Tools: Zoom integrates seamlessly with various business applications, such as Google Calendar, Salesforce, and Asana, enhancing workflow and productivity.
- Accessibility: Zoom is available on multiple platforms, including desktop and mobile devices, allowing users to join meetings from anywhere.
- Enhanced Collaboration Tools: Features like polls, surveys, and breakout rooms facilitate engagement and interaction during meetings, making it easier to gather feedback and encourage participation.
Overall, Zoom's combination of robust features, cost savings, and flexibility makes it a valuable tool for enhancing communication and collaboration in various settings. Whether for business meetings, educational purposes, or personal use, Zoom provides a comprehensive solution to meet diverse needs.
To access your Zoom application you would follow the same steps you would to log in to the Zoom application:
Quick Reference Guide
Vacation/Holiday Settings for Voicemail
- Sign in to the Zoom web portal.
- In the navigation menu, click Phone.
- Click the Settings tab.
- In the Business Hours or Closed Hours section, click Edit next to Call Handling.
Note: To edit call handling settings for Holiday Hours, click Manage next to Holiday List & Call Handling, select a holiday, then click Edit next to Call Handling.
- You will want to review how to customize your greetings so you can setup specific holiday or out of office messages while you are away from the office.
- You may review the call handling settings web page for complete information on handling calls.
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