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In our weird new reality of quarantine and Zoom meetings, many of us are suddenly finding that our homes aren’t quite ready for video conferencing primetime. It’s hard enough keeping pets and children ...

Virtual video conferencing platforms like Zoom allow you to easily connect with your coworkers and friends wherever you are. To add some fun to your next call, you can even use a virtual background ...

This new Zoom feature lets you virtually sit next to your friends, colleagues and family in a way you have to see to appreciate. Managing Editor Alison DeNisco Rayome joined CNET in 2019, and is a ...

When a feature works, chances are others will co-opt it. Last year, Microsoft followed in Zoom's footsteps by adding virtual backgrounds to its Teams app. As a testament to the feature's popularity, ...