Zoom Alternative Hosts

  • Alternative Hosts can be listed when scheduling a Zoom meeting.
  • Set back up participants as Alternative Hosts just in case the scheduling Host is unable to attend. This allows others to start meetings if necessary, or if the meeting doesn’t depend on the original Host.
  • IMPORTANT: If the meeting is not dependent on the scheduling Host, it is best practice to designate Alternative Hosts during the scheduling of a meeting or have Join Before Host enabled.

Using Zoom as a Conference Call Service

Zoom can also be used as a conference call service. This is helpful for users who do not have smart phones or in situations where Internet access is weak but there is phone coverage.

Each Zoom meeting can be dialed into by calling 312-626-6799 and then entering the Meeting ID (which can be provided by the meeting host). Users who call in via phone can hear everyone else and can speak and everyone will hear them.  The only limitations is that they will not see screens that are being shared, video, or the chat.

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