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More tips to prevent Zoom-bombing

April 15, 2020

Tori Tragis

Amid Zoom security concerns, here are four simple ways to help meeting attendees use the Zoom platform with confidence.

  1. Safeguard the Zoom meeting link — The link is an open invitation to join your meeting and should only be shared with your attendees. Posting the Zoom link publicly like on Facebook is not a good idea! If you think your Zoom session needs to be open to the public, contact your local help desk to discuss options to fit the specific needs of your meeting.

  2. Use the Zoom app — All UA Zoom users are advised to download the latest version of Zoom and/or update the latest version of the Zoom client.

  3. Always log in to the Zoom app first — Before starting your meeting, make sure you are logged in to the Zoom app or the alaska.zoom.us interface. This enables access to meeting controls. 

  4. Manage security — Once you are in your Zoom session, use the Security icon along the bottom of the session window to access controls to manage screen sharing or the waiting room, or to lock the meeting. 


Useful links:

Any questions? As always, your local service desk is here to help! 

Fairbanks
Phone: 450-8300
Toll-free: 800-478-8226
helpdesk@alaska.edu
https://www.alaska.edu/oit/get-help/