With much of the country under shelter-in-place orders, many businesses have mandated their employees work from home. This has suddenly made videoconferencing apps essential. Indeed, Skype and Zoom, the two most recognized names in this category, have seen their usage numbers spike.
Given that both platforms have made changes to their apps recently—Zoom to crack down on bad actors disrupting meetings and Skype to make it easier to start using its product—we thought it a good time to look at how they compare. Here’s what you need to know before your next meeting.