NC State provides an array of audio and video conferencing solutions for all types of meetings. Whether you are hosting a quick conference call with a few participants, a collaborative document review meeting, or a training session, we’ve got you covered. All services require an active unityid@ncsu.edu email address in order to host a meeting, although meeting participants are not required to have an NC State affiliation.
- To see a comparison of available chat and collaboration tools, visit Chat and Collaboration Services at NC State.
- For audio-only options, visit the Audio & Video Conferencing Solutions page.
Web Conferencing Services at NC State
- Google Meet – free
- Zoom – free and premium
See also:
Protecting Zoom Meetings From Unwanted Disruptions. - Webex – premium
See the table below to read about Standard features shared by ALL services, and the Extended features offered by each.
Standard Features by All Services
- Video Chat and Audio Participation (anyone on/off campus)
- Dial-in Numbers
- Windows, Mac, and Linux OS Support
- Live Streaming (via various options per service)
- Google Calendar Integration
- 100 Participants (some services offer more)
- Text Chat
- Screen and App Sharing
- iOS and Android Mobile Device Support
- Keyboard Shortcuts for Accessibility
- Whiteboard and Sketchpad (Meet - via Jamboard)
Extended Features by Service
| Feature | Google Meet | Zoom | Webex |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session Recording |
Yes (faculty/staff only) |
Yes |
Yes |
| Learning Tools Integration | No |
Yes (via Moodle/Wolfware) |
No |
| Polling | Yes (faculty/staff only) |
Yes |
Yes |
| Quizzes | Yes (via Google Forms) |
Yes (via Top Hat) |
Yes |
| Maximum Participants | 100 – hosted by students
250 – hosted by faculty/staff 100,000 – one-way broadcast, hosted by faculty/staff |
300 | 1000 |
| Breakout Sessions | Yes (faculty/staff only) |
Yes |
Yes |
| Session Reports | Yes (faculty/staff only) |
Yes |
Yes |
| Remote Desktop Assistance | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Automatic Real-Time Captions (CC) | Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Cost | Free | Free and premium | Premium |
If you need help selecting the best option for your needs, contact the NC State Help Desk or your school or department technical support representative.