The world is now full of digital nomads, every accomplished individual is now aware of best practices as regards virtual meetings. Even with this Microsoft Teams remains the trusted choice of several business both big and small and in several industries.
Recently, Microsoft has been rolling out several features that makes Teams a more attractive solution both for individual and businesses.
Recent Features on Microsoft Teams
1. Increase in the number of simultaneous videos on Teams meetings
Previously the number of participants that could have video functions on simultaneously was 4 but this has now been increased to 9. This was done to create a more cohesive environment, with a greater number of participants speaking we are steps closer to completely replacing the need for face-to-face meetings.
This new experience optimizes for attendees who have enabled video and places the remaining audio-only participants below the meeting stage. To provide a high audio and video quality experience, the layout will adapt, based on the user bandwidth and alter the number of videos shown to provide the best meeting experience.
2. Raise Hands
As with classes, the act of raising one’s hand signifies an input into the discussion, this is the same with the new ‘Raise Hand’ function on Microsoft Teams.
It allows attendees to identify that they wish to speak, it gives a visual cue alerting everyone on who wants to speak – as well as in the participant list to show who signified first.
There is a whole list of cool new features like the Background Effects that allows you to change your background and keep the attention on you not what behind you.
Short as it might be, this proves completely that Microsoft is dedicated to making her solutions suit your needs better.
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