Things to Consider When Video Conferencing

Due to coronavirus, workplaces have been using video conferencing software for some time. However, according to Barbaros Akkoyunlu, Turkey General Manager at Bitdefender, many employees do not actively use video conferencing applications, so they do not pay attention to the security tips that should be applied during video conferences. Barbaros Akkoyunlu, Turkey General Manager at Bitdefender Antivirus, which protects more than 500 million users worldwide, states: "The comfort of working from home can sometimes make employees forget that workplace rules also apply at home."

Five Important Points to Consider When Conducting Video Conferences

According to Barbaros Akkoyunlu, Turkey General Manager at Bitdefender, there are 5 matters to pay attention to when using video conferencing software:

1. Protect your login credentials carefully. Participation in meetings conducted via video conferencing software generally requires logging in with correct identity information. For this reason, employees need to protect these credentials more carefully than ever.
2. Do not conduct business video conferences with messaging applications. Some employees may organize a meeting using an application not designed for such tasks. While some messaging applications allow group meetings, having this functionality does not make them suitable software or applications for use in a corporate environment.
3. Ensure that your video conferencing software is up to date. Using the latest versions of such applications and updating them regularly is a necessary step for everyone. Developers of such applications regularly make security improvements, and companies must keep these applications updated.
4. Use security software to prevent unauthorized access to your camera. Your home internet and devices at home may unfortunately not be as secure as those at your company. Therefore, with an award-winning security solution like Bitdefender Antivirus, you can protect all your devices against network attacks, ransomware and phishing attacks while also preventing unauthorized access to your webcam.
5. Be careful when sharing your screen. Finally, people with little experience with video conferencing applications may not be aware of what they are sharing during a conference. Users can share their screens with other participants or share files. The key point here is that users should keep their screens clean and only use applications they need for that particular call. It is easier to share anything on your computer, whether private or not, than you might think.