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Upgrade to the latest version of Zoom by Feb. 1

On Feb. 1, Zoom will require all users to upgrade to version 6.0.4 for Windows and version 6.0.2 for Android, iOS, Linux and macOS. You can check your Zoom version in the desktop and mobile app and upgrade to the latest version as soon as possible.

If you attempt to sign in or join a meeting/webinar using an older version of Zoom on or after Feb. 1, you will be prompted to update to the latest minimum version. If you cannot update immediately, you can join the meeting through a web browser as an alternative.

Need help? Call the IT Service Desk at 800-865-6143 or 785-532-7722 or via Live Chat. For in-person help, visit the IT Service Desk on the second floor of Hale Library.

Zoom has implemented a Software Quarterly Lifecycle Policy, which requires a new minimum version of the software every three months. This policy ensures all users have the necessary privacy and security updates and access to the latest features.

Upgrade to the latest version of Zoom by Nov. 2

On Nov. 2, Zoom will require all users to upgrade to version 5.17.5 for Android, iOS, Linux, macOS and Windows. You can check your Zoom version in the desktop and mobile app and upgrade to the latest version as soon as possible.

Anyone trying to sign in or join a meeting/webinar using a version below 5.17.5 on or after Nov. 2 will be prompted to update Zoom to the current minimum version. If you are unable to update immediately, you can join through the web as an alternative.

Need help? Contact the IT Service Desk at 800-865-6143 or 785-532-7722 or via Live Chat. You can also visit the IT Service Desk on the second floor of Hale Library for in-person help.

Zoom has implemented a Software Quarterly Lifecycle Policy which requires a new minimum version of the software every three months. This policy ensures that all users have the necessary privacy and security updates and access to the latest features.

Zoom minimum version requirement August 3

On August 3, Zoom will require version 5.16.6 for Android, iOS, Linux, macOS and Windows. Users can check their Zoom version directly in the desktop client and mobile app. If the version is below 5.16.6, please upgrade to the latest version of the Zoom client as soon as possible.

Zoom has implemented a Software Quarterly Lifecycle Policy requiring a new minimum version every three months. This policy ensures all users have the required privacy and security updates and the latest features. Continue reading “Zoom minimum version requirement August 3”

Zoom minimum version requirement May 4

On May 4, Zoom will require version 5.15.5 for Android, iOS, Linux, macOS and Windows. Users can check their Zoom version directly in the desktop client and mobile app. If the version is below 5.15.5, please upgrade to the latest version of the Zoom client as soon as possible.

Zoom has implemented a Software Quarterly Lifecycle Policy requiring a new minimum version every three months. This policy ensures all users have the required privacy and security updates and the latest features. Continue reading “Zoom minimum version requirement May 4”

Zoom desktop app will no longer support Windows 7 and Windows 8/8.1

The Zoom desktop app will no longer be supporting Windows 7 and Windows 8/8.1 with the new 6.0.0 release. Version 5.17.11x will be the last version available for these operating systems.

Zoom is expected to stop working on Windows 7 and Windows 8/8.1 by February 2025. To avoid losing service, upgrade your device to Windows 10 or 11.

Need help? Contact the IT Service Desk at 800-865-6143 or 785-532-7722 or via Live Chat. For face-to-face service, visit the IT Service Desk on the second floor of Hale Library.

Zoom minimum version requirement Feb. 3

On Feb. 3, Zoom will require version 5.14.5 for Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, and Windows. Users can check their Zoom version directly in the desktop client and mobile app. If the version is below 5.14.5, please upgrade to the latest version of the Zoom client as soon as possible.

Zoom has implemented a Software Quarterly Lifecycle Policy requiring a new minimum version every three months. This policy ensures all users have the required privacy and security updates and the latest features. Continue reading “Zoom minimum version requirement Feb. 3”

Zoom minimum version requirement Nov. 4

Zoom has implemented a Software Quarterly Lifecycle Policy requiring a new minimum version every three months—the next enforcement is Nov. 4. This policy ensures all users have the required privacy and security updates and the latest features.

On Nov. 4, Zoom will require version 5.13.6 for Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, and Windows. Users can check their Zoom version directly in the desktop client and mobile app. If the version is below 5.13.6, please upgrade to the latest version of the Zoom client as soon as possible. Continue reading “Zoom minimum version requirement Nov. 4”

Zoom minimum version requirement Aug. 5

Zoom has implemented a Software Quarterly Lifecycle Policy requiring a new minimum version every three months—the next enforcement is Aug. 5. This policy ensures all users have the required privacy and security updates and the latest features.

On Aug. 5, Zoom will require version 5.12.2 for Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, and Windows. Users can check their Zoom version directly in the desktop client and mobile app. If the version is below 5.12.2, please upgrade to the latest version of the Zoom client as soon as possible. Continue reading “Zoom minimum version requirement Aug. 5”

Zoom: New Meeting Join Flow coming May 20

On May 20, the new Meeting Join Flow feature will be enabled in Zoom. Meeting Join Flow streamlines the user experience of joining a meeting. Currently, you see up to three separate dialogue windows during the join flow: Please wait for the host to join, the video preview window, and the Waiting Room. Among these improvements, the functionality of the first “waiting for host” window is combined with the third Waiting Room window.

Continue reading “Zoom: New Meeting Join Flow coming May 20”

Zoom minimum version requirement May 6

Zoom has implemented a Software Quarterly Lifecycle Policy requiring a new minimum version every three months—the next enforcement is May 6. This policy ensures all users have the required privacy and security updates and the latest features.

On May 6, Zoom will require versions 5.11.3 (iOS and Linux) and 5.11.4 (Windows, macOS, and Android). Users can check their Zoom version directly in the desktop client and mobile app. If the version is below 5.11.3, please upgrade to the latest version of the Zoom client as soon as possible. Continue reading “Zoom minimum version requirement May 6”