Introduction

Zoom provides audio and video chat services via cloud-based software to users. It's primarily used for audio/video conferencing, meetings, education, an social relations.

As a Sheridan student, the process is easy to download, install, and use Zoom for your online classes.

Below, is a guide on helping you download, install and use Zoom.

 

 

Download and Installation

 

To install Zoom client software:

1. Please visit the following link here:  Download Zoom

 

 

2. Click on the following button to start the download process. The website will determine what operating system you are using, to download the appropriate installer.

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3. The installer file will automatically download to your computer. The download should only take a few seconds, depending on your internet connection.

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4. Once the download is complete, you should find the installer in your Downloads folder.

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5. Double-click the installer file to begin the installation.  In a few seconds you should see the following 'Zoom Installer Initialize' window.

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 6. Next, you might be prompted by Windows to allow the application to make changes. Click 'Yes' to continue.

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7.  When you click 'Yes' that window will disappear and the installer will continue.

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8. When the install is complete, the window will disappear, and you should see the following.

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Using Zoom Meetings

 

1. Once Zoom is installed, the application might have started automatically. If not, or for future use, you might have a shortcut icon on your desktop, as shown.

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2. When you start Zoom you'll be presented with two options:

"Join a Meeting"  & "Sign-In"

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If you click 'Join a Meeting' you will be shown the following screen.  Enter the Meeting ID (you would have received this from your instructor in an email ahead of time), and also fill in a User display name. Click 'Join', when done. 

Note: It's best to use a username that is recognizable to your instructor and fellow students, especially while we are all working and learning remotely during this time.

 

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Alternatively, if you choose 'Sign In', you can connect to a Zoom meeting, with an already created account, as shown here.  You can also use a Google or Facebook account.

Click 'Sign In' when done.

 

Note: If you prefer to have a Zoom-specific account, Click on 'Sign Up Free' and follow the instructions to create one.

 

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After signing in, you will see the Home tab, where you can click these options:

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 7. That's it!

 

 

Helpful Links

Some informative resources to assist you, can be found here on Zoom's website:

Zoom: How-To Videos (on Zoom.us)

 

 

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Support

If you have any questions on the above, please contact us at game.support@sheridancollege.ca