TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft Teams: Beyond the Basics

Tue Mar 11 2025
Microsoft Teams is a powerful tool for communication and collaboration. It is part of the Microsoft 365 suite, unlike Skype for Business, which can be used on its own or with other systems. During the pandemic, Teams saw a huge increase in users. This is because many people had to work from home and needed a way to communicate and share information virtually. Teams allows users to connect with anyone, inside or outside an organization, using PCs and mobile devices. This makes it a great tool, but it also means that security is very important. Teams can be connected to regular phone lines, either through Microsoft 365 or by using other providers. This makes it even more useful, but it also means there are more ways for problems to happen. Teams can also be extended with apps. There are hundreds of these apps, made by Microsoft and other companies. One of these apps is "Walkie Talkie, " which turns a mobile phone into a walkie-talkie for registered users. This app is just one example of how Teams can be used in different ways. With so many features, it's important to think about how Teams can be used in different situations. For example, how can Teams be used to communicate with people outside the organization? What about using Teams with regular phone lines? And what about apps like "Walkie Talkie"? How can these be used safely and effectively? These are important questions to think about. It's also important to think about how to investigate any problems that might happen. For example, if someone is using Teams in a way that's not allowed, how can this be investigated? What steps should be taken? These are all important questions to think about when using Teams. Teams is a powerful tool, but it's important to use it carefully. It's also important to think about how it can be used in different situations and how to investigate any problems that might happen. By thinking about these things, Teams can be used safely and effectively.

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    How does Microsoft Teams ensure the security of virtual meetings and communications, especially when integrating with external users?
    What measures are in place to protect the extended perimeter created by integrating Microsoft Teams with PSTN services?
    How effective are the forensics procedures in identifying and mitigating inappropriate user conduct within Microsoft Teams?

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