Wie funktioniert Zoom?

Zoom is particularly popular because of its simple user interface and good sound and image quality. There are two sides to the use of the tool: On the one hand, there is the so-called host, i.e. the organizer, who plans the meeting via his Zoom account, and on the other hand, there are the participants, or viewers, who take part in such a virtual meeting.

Depending on the version, different functions are available. Here is a selection:

• Duration: The free Zoom version limits group calls to 40 minutes. One-to-one calls are unlimited in time.
• Number of participants: Up to 100 participants can be hosted in the free version.
• Chat function: Messages can be sent to all or directly to individual participants in a meeting using the chat function.
• Share your screen: Screen sharing allows you to share your own screen. All participants can then see your screen.
• Breakout sessions: This function makes it possible to create virtual group rooms. For example, in a Zoom course with a total of 10 participants, five separate sessions with two people each can be defined. The allocation of people to the separate groups is carried out by the host and can take place either automatically or manually.
• Reactions: Meeting participants have the option of using emojis, such as the "thumbs up" or "raise hand" gesture, to let us know what they think.
• Recordings: Zoom meetings can also be recorded if required. Please explicitly inform participants of this in advance and explain what the recordings will be used for later. Unauthorized image and sound recordings can be prosecuted and punished.