WHAT IS ZOOM?

Zoom is an application that allows cross-platform chat and video conferencing. It’s a tool for meetings and communication wherever there is a WIFI or Cellular signal. The college utilizes Zoom because it is so widely available especially through the College’s use of Mac, Windows, Linux, Android and iOS.

Video Conferencing:

  • Up to 720P HD Video
  • HD Voice
  • Hosting large meetings of up to 100 participants
  • Unlimited 1 on 1 meetings
  • Active Speaker – When a user is speaking it allows their video to be highlighted through all participants in chat.
  • Full Gallery – Allows 20 video feeds per screen

Chat Features:

  • End to End Encryption
  • Fully HIPPA compliant
  • Private and Group Chat
  • Virtual Backgrounds
  • Join by telephone call-in
  • Screen sharing

WHAT ARE PRO ACCOUNTS?

Pro accounts have all basic features but also allow an unlimited meeting duration, as opposed to the Basic-Account’s 45 minutes. There are currently a limited number of Pro Accounts, and the Service Desk will speak with users and see which is the best account per user.


HOW DO I ACQUIRE ZOOM?

Faculty and Staff can create a Zoom account by going to https://azwestern.zoom.us and logging in with your email address and password.

Students can create free Zoom accounts by going to https://www.zoom.us/ and creating an account with your Toro email address and password.

The Zoom application download link can also be found by going to https://azwestern.zoom.us

Download Zoom Account and Meetings Guide


WHERE CAN I LEARN MORE ABOUT ZOOM?

For additional resources and training videos, please visit: https://zoom.us/resources

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