For those using Zoom, hopefully you are carefully reconsidering your use based on the recent security concerns exposed. In this blog, Ryan Thomas of Timlin Enterprises, reviews the features of Microsoft Teams vs. Zoom to make sure users are aware of what they get and are giving up with each platform in the event they could take advantage of features that allow them to communicate and work better. Unlike a simple “review site” he addresses this from the view of a remote worker trying to get their job done and highlight the differences in functionality. This comparison is not intended to target the “social distancing cocktail party” crowd, though they may benefit from it as well.
Zoom should essentially be treated like an “open conversation” until they get their security issues fixed. The platform is easy to hack and Zoom has previously admitted to collecting and sharing users’ personal data. If security is a real concern, I would not recommend Zoom for anything that you wouldn’t feel comfortable with any random person hearing. Microsoft Teams does not use users’ data for anything other than to provide better services. The Microsoft 365 platform, in general, is designed around data loss prevention and information protection. However, it has more to protect as it is designed for persistent storage and collaboration on sensitive information, not just a simple video conferencing platform. ...read more!
