5.1 Strengths and Weaknesses

Platform	Strengths	Weaknesses
Zoom	- Diverse platform that is constantly being upgraded - Effectively mimics face-to-face meetings	- Functionality limited by internet connection - Zoomboming/Poor security - Low quality camera
GroupMe	- Ability to access messages sent before having joined the message group - Ability to message people individually or create public/private groups - Can join all pages associated with your university/organization	- Inability to create sub threads - Unable to connect to external platforms
Slack	- Ability to create and switch between workspaces - Can join all sub threads in a workspace - Can be connected to Google suite	- Can get disorganized with influx of messages - App is quick to update leaving users to adjust quickly - Additive with direct messages and mentioning team members
When2meet	- Easy to use	- Usefulness decreases as number of participants increases - Can be accessed by anyone with the link