Zoom has been a leader in video conferencing software since its founding, but it’s not the only option. Many video conferencing systems have added new features and capabilities to keep up with the growing popularity of remote work.
As a result, many people who use Zoom are looking for alternatives to it. These tools often have improved functions or security features unavailable with Zoom.
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Jitsi Meet
Jitsi Meet is a free and open source video conferencing software that’s easy to use and offers a number of security and privacy features. In addition to the standard video conferencing features, it supports screen sharing, app integrations, and HD audio and video.
Jitsi Meet works across a variety of devices and browsers. It has an iOS and Android mobile app, and a web-based interface.
Users don’t need to create an account to join a meeting and can use the meeting link from any device. They can also password-protect meetings to prevent unauthorized participants from joining.
Unlike Zoom, Jitsi Meet is open-source, so you can test it for security vulnerabilities yourself. It also has a community support page where you can find help and ask questions.
Discord
Discord is a free, chat-based alternative to Zoom that can be used for text, voice, and video communication. It is widely popular with gamers, but can also be used by anyone looking for a secure way to connect online.
Users set up a “server” where they can communicate in text and voice channels, which can be public (meaning anyone can join) or invitation only. Servers can be organized into groups, called channels, dedicated to specific topics or interests.
There are many ways to get started on Discord, but the best way is to start by claiming an invite to one of your friends’ servers or by creating your own. You can then use the app to communicate in text or voice, sharing gifs, memes and screenshots.
Despite its initial focus on gaming communities, Discord has evolved to serve a wide variety of groups and interests, including B2B businesses. It offers a host of features that make it easy for organizations to create vibrant communities and deliver stellar customer service.
Skype Meet Now
If you need to host quick video calls on a Windows 10 computer, Skype Meet Now is a good alternative to Zoom. It offers many of the same features, including high-quality video and audio, but it doesn’t require any accounts or software to use.
It also allows you to set meeting passwords, which can help to increase security. In addition, the wait room function helps to reduce the risk of unwanted guests joining your call.
Users can also blur the background of their rooms to prevent other people from seeing their face during meetings. It’s a useful feature if you’re meeting with customers in a shared space, such as a restaurant or office.
You can easily start a video chat through Skype Meet Now, which is available in the Windows 10 taskbar. You can also share the link via email or copy it and paste it into a browser.
Google Meet
Google Meet is a free video calling app that can be used by anyone with a Google account. It allows users to create and join calls as often as they like, and it’s compatible with both Android and iOS devices.
It has a few features that Zoom lacks, including live captioning and the ability to share presentations from other G Suite platforms like Docs and Slides. It also thrives on Google’s cloud services, which means that recorded meetings can be saved to your Google account.
It also uses an array of anti-abuse measures to help protect meeting data and privacy. All video meetings are encrypted in transit, and a host can control who can join the meeting with 2-step verification.