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Information Systems & Technology

Zoom

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Zoom is Chapman University's centrally supported, easy-to-use desktop and mobile video conferencing platform for online instruction and remote learning. Zoom works with both macOS and Windows platforms and has free apps for Apple and Android devices.

All meetings hosted using a free Zoom license are subject to a 40-minute time limit per meeting; however, Chapman University faculty members automatically receive a Zoom Pro license (unlimited meeting time).

  • Staff members are recommended to use Microsoft Teams or Zoom (up to 40 minutes). 
  • Students who need web conferencing tools to collaborate can use Microsoft TeamsGoogle Meet, or Zoom (up to 40 minutes).
  • If you are a staff member (department director, admin, GTA, etc.) who may need a Zoom Pro license to hold long meetings, please contact the Service Desk.

Accessing Zoom

You can access Zoom in two ways:

  • You can access Zoom by going to chapman.zoom.us (sign in with Chapman SSO).
  • Download the Zoom client on your device.
  • To make the most of Zoom's evolving technology and ensure your digital interactions are both secure and efficient, turning on automatic updates and selecting the “Fast Update” is a strategy everyone should adopt.

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