What is Lync?

Microsoft® Lync® is an enterprise-ready unified communications platform. With Lync, users can keep track of their contacts’ availability; send an IM; start or join an audio, video, or web conference; or make a phone call—all through a consistent, familiar interface.  Lync is built to fully integrate with Microsoft Office. The Microsoft Lync 2010 desktop client is available for Windows and for Mac and mobile versions are available for Windows Phone, iPhone/iPad, and Android devices.

Why Choose Lync?

Microsoft® Lync® is a single, unified communications platform that integrates seamlessly with Microsoft Office® and other existing tools and systems, and can enhance or replace your existing IP PBX system. This can lead to improved productivity, increased mobility, and faster responses for customers, partners, and employees. Other benefits may include smoother deployment, easier management, and lower cost of ownership.

 

 

Next Steps

• Read more in the Lync Product Guide
• Download the white paper
• Microsoft Lync Licensing Guide  
• Microsoft Lync Datasheet   
• Forrester Total Economic Impact Whitepaper  
• Capturing Communications Enabled Business Processes (CEBP) Value  
• Lync partners

 

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