Zoom
Zoom is an online video and audio conferencing platform that makes it easy to hold impromptu or scheduled one-to-one or group meetings, teach online courses, conduct online training, and host webinars.
Features
Zoom features include:
- Online high-definition (HD) video and audio conferencing.
- Impromptu or scheduled presentations/meetings.
- Real-time group collaboration and screen-sharing.
- Video webinar scalability (100 to 10,000 viewers).
- Dual screen support system (Cloud)
Zoom options:
- Desktop client
- Web portal
- Mobile apps (Android, iOS, Windows)
- Plugins and extensions
Access
Access to this service is automatically granted to active UTRGV students, faculty, and staff.
- Go to utrgv.zoom.us.
- Click Sign in to configure your account.
- Enter your UTRGV username and password on the UTRGV Online Services Login page for Zoom.
- NOTE: First-time users may be prompted to download the Zoom client (Recommended).
- Click Sign In.
Your profile page will appear. Here you can:
- Schedule a New Meeting
- Join a meeting
- Host a meeting
Access to this service is automatically granted to active UTRGV students, faculty, and staff.
- Start Zoom Desktop app.
- Click Sign In with SSO.
- Enter utrgv.zoom.us when prompted for the company domain.
- Click Continue.
- Enter your UTRGV username and password on the UTRGV Online Services Login page for Zoom.
Here you can:
- Schedule a New Meeting
- Join a meeting
- Host a meeting
Download & Install
- Use Software Center to download and install Zoom on a UTRGV computer.
- Go to zoom.us/download to install the Zoom client, plugins, extensions, and mobile apps.
- Download UTRGV Zoom Backgrounds provided by University Marketing and Communications.
Training & Resources
Training- Zoom Quick Start Guide - Getting Started with Zoom.
- Live Weekly Training Events - Register for free in-depth reviews on how to join or schedule meetings and other Zoom services. Interact and submit your questions to a Zoom expert. Attendees receive a free recording of the event.
- Recorded Self-Paced Online Video Training - Learn the basics or become an expert. Free 24/7 access.
- Scheduling Privileges - Learn how to assign or delegate users in your account to schedule meetings on your behalf.
- Securing your classroom - Learn about how you can ensure your virtual classroom is secure.
Support Resources
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Visit the FAQs for questions and answers about Zoom.
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For Zoom Technical support, visit the Zoom Help Center.
Need help?
For questions, assistance, or to report an issue, please visit the UTRGV Support Center.
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