Best practices for remote meetings

April 2, 2020

Carla Browning



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

  • Connect using the " " option.

  • Connect audio using the "," rather than the "Dial in" option.

  • If Zoom is unavailable use (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 and .