Web Conferencing Services

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.

Web Conferencing Services at NC State

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 require assistance in selecting the best option for your needs, contact the NC State Help Desk or your school or department technical support representative.