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Skype for Business mobile coming soon

Microsoft’s will soon release Skype for Business mobile for iOS and Android.

Skype for Business will soon launch devices, sorry Blackberry.  The Skype for Business mobile app will feature a central dashboard where you can search for contacts, check meetings and look at archived conversations.  Bad news is that it is not ready for release yet however tech support services, managed IT services provider and IT managers can sign and test the app for up to eight employees including four for iOS and four for Android.  All IT support professionals should start planning to migrate their clients from Lync 2013 to Skype for Business in the upcoming months.

To access the free preview of Skype for Business, please visit www.skypepreview.com.

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Skype for Business is now available

Microsoft has officially released the new Skype for Business client and Skype for Business Online which will replace Microsoft Lync by the end of May 2015.

If you are currently using Microsoft Lync Online as part of Microsoft 365, the new Skype for Business user experience will appear for you in the coming weeks. For users that need more time to prepare for Skype for Business, Microsoft has provided the ability for administrators to switch between Skype and Lync.

Skype for Business takes certain aspects from Skype however they now added Microsoft Lync features and enterprise security which will make life easier for IT departments and managed IT services providers (MSP) that are responsible for managing Skype.

Many users will appreciate one new feature with Skype for Business. It allows the ability to connect with typical Skype users therefore allowing businesses to connect with customers across the globe.

Here are some frequently asked questions (FAQ) regarding Skype for Business and Microsoft 365.

What is Skype for Business?

Skype for Business was formerly known as Microsoft Lync.  It is a tool that allows communication and collaboration platform around the globe.  Skype for Business gives companies enterprise-grade security, compliance and full user control.  Now it offers other features including online presence, Instant Messaging, voice and video calls, and online meetings.  Skype for Business is built right in to Microsoft Microsoft 365, so now users can initiate chats, calls and meetings easily.

Will Skype for Business automatically replace Lync Online for Microsoft 365 customers?

Microsoft will automatically update all Lync Online service users to be Skype for Business Online by May 2015. IT departments or managed IT services providers of current Lync Online or Lync Server can control when the update and install at a later date.

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Skype for Business to merge with Microsoft Lync

In a string of announcements, Microsoft will replace Lync messaging app with Skype for Business tool.  Microsoft has confirmed that Skype for Business will remain part of Microsoft 365 service when this happens in 2015.

Microsoft Lync provides enterprise instant messaging as well as VoIP and conferencing capabilities.  The new Skype for Business will be new upon release including user interface and backend.  All Lync Server 2013 will be upgradeable to the new Skype for Business Server.  Microsoft will upgrade all Microsoft 365 clients.

Microsoft will use all Skype icons for calling, video and other functions.  Skype for Business will take on features from Lync including content sharing and telephony.  This will become a very robust communications tool for businesses.

For many who are not aware, Lync can be setup to work within an organization or between multiple organizations or even external users however most IT support departments do not like the third option.

Now here is the interesting part about Skype.  They have over 300 million for messaging, calling, and sharing while Lync is used by thousands of organizations worldwide.  By combining these two, this is a serious threat to the over 500 million users on Facebook Messenger.

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