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What Parents Need to Know About Zoom
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What Parents Need to Know About Zoom
Published 8th April 2020
A free online safety guide on Zoom.
Founded in 2011, Zoom is one the world’s leading video conferencing software providers. It has a number of features, including video and audio conferencing, real-time messaging, screen-sharing and the ability to upload, share and search for content. Users can start their own meetings or they can join meetings set up by others. The app is available to use across PCs, laptops, tablets and mobiles phones and is free to download on both the app store and on Android.
In the guide, you'll find tips on a number of potential risks such as ‘Zoom Bombing’, phishing and privacy concerns.
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