Adopting New Technologies in the Virtual Office During COVID-19

The video discusses the rapid adoption of video conferencing and other digital technologies during the pandemic. It highlights the use of productivity apps like Planner and Whiteboard in Teams, the transition to paperless work environments, and the importance of cybersecurity measures such as two-factor authentication. The video emphasizes the need for continued technological exploration while maintaining security awareness.

What was the initial state of video conferencing technologies like Zoom and Teams at the start of the pandemic?

• They were only available in certain regions.

• They were not used at all.

• They were clunky and had many glitches.

• They were highly efficient and reliable.

Which app is used within Teams to track strategic priorities?

• Breakout Room

• Calendar

• Whiteboard

• Planner

What feature in Zoom allows for dividing a large group into smaller discussion groups?

• Breakout Rooms

• Polling

• Chat

• Screen Sharing

What is one of the main benefits of moving to a paperless environment?

• Increased use of printers

• Reduced need for digital signatures

• Increased reliance on fax machines

• Avoidance of scanning and electronic folders

How are digital signatures compared to traditional ink signatures in terms of security?

• Equally secure

• Not used at all

• Less secure

• More secure

What is the primary purpose of two-factor authentication?

• To replace passwords entirely

• To allow multiple users to access the same account

• To provide an additional layer of security

• To make logging in more complicated

What should organizations do to prevent employees from falling for phishing scams?

• Rely solely on antivirus software

• Assume employees can identify scams

• Ignore phishing emails

• Increase cyber awareness