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Zoom as a Linux alternative to Microsoft Teams (new UI)
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Our verdict
Zoom is a solid replacement for Microsoft Teams (new UI) if your primary need is reliable video conferencing and screen sharing. It excels in call quality, ease of use, and cross-platform support, including full functionality on Linux. However, it lacks deep integration with Office 365 and persistent team channels. Organizations relying heavily on shared calendars, threaded collaboration in channels, and file co-editing within Teams will find Zoom insufficient. For schools or companies using Google Workspace or needing standalone conferencing, Zoom works well. It’s best for users prioritizing meetings over ongoing chat workflows.
- License
- LicenseRef-proprietary
- Price
- freemium
- Latest version
- 7.2.1.5760 (September 21, 2026)
- Rating
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What works the same
- Both support high-quality group video calls with screen sharing for up to 300+ participants
- Offer persistent group messaging with file sharing and searchable history
- Include calendar integration for scheduling and joining meetings directly
- Show user presence indicators like online, busy, or away
- Support cross-platform use including Linux, Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android
What is different
- Zoom lacks persistent team-based channels comparable to Teams’ tabbed workspaces
- No built-in document collaboration like Teams’ integration with Word, Excel, or OneNote
- File sharing in Zoom is message-attached, not centrally stored like in Teams’ SharePoint
- Teams offers deeper Outlook and Office 365 automation; Zoom integrates more broadly with Google Calendar and third-party tools
- Zoom provides better Linux support and consistent UI across platforms compared to Teams’ limited Linux client
Opening your Microsoft Teams (new UI) files
Zoom does not open Microsoft Teams-specific files or export formats directly. If files were shared via Teams using Office formats (.docx, .xlsx), they can be opened in Zoom chat as attachments and edited with compatible Linux apps like LibreOffice. However, collaborative editing within Teams documents (e.g., real-time co-authoring) is not replicated in Zoom. File history and versioning from SharePoint or OneDrive must be manually migrated. Zoom treats files as chat attachments, not integrated workspace content.
Switching from Microsoft Teams (new UI) to Zoom, step by step
- Export important chat history and files from Microsoft Teams before deactivation
- Set up Zoom accounts and integrate with your calendar system (Google or Outlook)
- Create Zoom groups or use Zoom Team Chat to replicate contact lists and messaging
- Train users on starting and joining meetings, sharing screens, and using chat
- Use Zoom’s reporting tools if managing a business or school deployment
Key features of Zoom
- Join and host video meetings with up to 500 participants
- Share screen or specific applications during calls
- Host webinars with registration and analytics
- Group messaging with file sharing
- Virtual backgrounds and touch-up appearance filters
- Call recording to local or cloud storage
- Keyboard shortcuts for mute, share, and leave
- Integration with calendar systems like Google and Outlook
How to install Zoom on Linux
flatpak install flathub us.zoom.ZoomFrequently asked questions
Can I use Zoom on Linux without issues?
Yes, Zoom has a native Linux client available via Flathub or direct download, with full support for video, audio, screen sharing, and chat. It's one of the most stable proprietary conferencing apps on Linux.
Does Zoom support team-wide channels like Microsoft Teams?
No. Zoom Chat supports group messaging and direct messages, but it doesn’t offer persistent, topic-based channels with threaded discussions and file organization like Teams.
Can I schedule Zoom meetings from my calendar?
Yes. Zoom integrates with Google Calendar and Microsoft Outlook. You can schedule meetings directly from the calendar app, and invitees receive a link to join.
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