The long -awaited automatic update function for the "ZOOM" app -can be used by individual users of Windows/Mac version

　ZOOM VIDEO Communications announced on November 29 (local time) that it has introduced an automatic update function in the desktop client application of the online video conference solution ZOOM.Although it is a function for enterprise, it will improve operability and expand its provision to individual users.

　The "ZOOM" client app is improved every day and is frequently upgraded, but many people neglect to update due to busyness.If you continue to use the old version, you will not be able to use the new features that have been added forever, and the treasure will be rotten.It is a big problem that it is not applicable to enhance security or deal with vulnerabilities."Zoom" is popular, has many users, and is an attractive target for malicious attackers.The automatic update feature introduced this time will help reduce the burden on user update work and enhance the appeal and security of the "ZOOM" app.

　To enable automatic updates, turn on the check box [Automatically keep Zoom in the latest state] in the [General] section on the setting screen.The frequency of updates can be selected from "slow", which emphasizes stability, and "fast" for users who want to try the latest functions as soon as possible.These can be set when new installation, and the default is valid (frequency is "slow").

　When a new version is available, a message to encourage the "ZOOM" client to update will be displayed.This can be rejected, but download processing seems to be performed automatically and will be forcibly installed at the next "Zoom" startup.If you want to manage the update yourself, you can turn off automatically and manually check the update from the menu as before.

　According to the company, the "ZOOM" client update will be released once a month, but will be updated irregularly as needed.Important security updates are promptly provided to all users, regardless of update frequency settings.

　However, the automatic update function is now available only for the Windows and MacOS version, and the Linux version is not supported.The mobile version is automatically updated from each app store.