Best practices for remote meetings

April 2, 2020

To prevent Zoom and internet service providers' infrastructure overload, please follow these guidelines:

Connect using the " Join without Video " option.

Connect audio using the "Call using Internet Audio," rather than the "Dial in" option.

If Zoom is unavailable use Two Rivers audio conferencing (charges apply)
Connect using this number first (866) 832-7806. If it fails try the backup number at (330) 595-1371.

If screen sharing is necessary:
- Call in using computer/internet audio, rather than dialing in a phone number.
- Share an application window, rather than your entire desktop view.
- Stop/mute video when not presenting. This reduces overall bandwidth consumption.

When using conferencing applications, make sure to close any other applications that are not in use.

Ensure any other nearby devices that might be using network resources are disabled or turned off.

Download your web conferencing app on your phone and join audio-only. If this is not an option, use the phone number dial-in option as a last resort.
Here are examples of joining Zoom via desktop and mobile app.