On a Zoom call the other day, a coworker of mine made a remark about the artwork I have hanging on the wall behind me: two very generic-looking pictures of deer. So generic, in fact, that I have ...

The results are in: The vast majority of people prefer to work remotely. And along with this rise in remote work, tech companies that help make telecommuting possible have blown up, too. One ...

Forget trying to find the perfect desktop wallpaper. Now that everyone’s using Zoom—or one of the many Zoom alternatives—it’s all about picking the right virtual background. Swapping in one of Zoom’s ...

You can change your background on Zoom to any image by adjusting your settings in the app. Zoom's backgrounds can be fun and have the added benefit of privacy. For the best results, you may want to ...

This new Zoom feature lets you virtually sit next to your friends, colleagues and family in a way you have to see to appreciate. Managing Editor Alison DeNisco Rayome joined CNET in 2019, and is a ...

Need to spice up your quarantine routine? If you’re doing Zoom calls, there’s any easy way to implement a change of scenery without leaving your house: add a new background. In Zoom, click the icon in ...

From a swanky private office to an urban startup space, these backdrops let you look professional even if you’re dialing in from your laundry room. If it’s true that your life flashes before your eyes ...