How do I open Lync in Windows 10?

Sign in to Lync for the first time

  1. On the computer or device that you installed Lync on, click Start, click All Programs, click Microsoft Lync, and then click Lync 2013.
  2. Enter your Microsoft 365 password, and then click Sign in. Notes: If you don’t know your password, contact your workplace technical support.

Is there a free version of Skype for Business?

Skype for Business Basic is a free download that has a minimum set of features: instant messaging (IM), audio and video calls, online meetings, availability (presence) information, and sharing capabilities.

How do I set up Microsoft Lync?

Configure Lync options

  1. Open Lync.
  2. In the Lync main window, in the upper-right corner, click the Options. icon.
  3. In Lync – Options, use the options in the left pane to open the appropriate page. The following table can help you locate the Options page you need for the most common setup tasks.

How do I get Lync on my computer?

Open Lync

  1. Do one of the following:
  2. In Windows 8, go to the Start screen, and then click Lync 2013.
  3. In Windows 7, click Start > All Programs > Microsoft Lync > Lync 2013.
  4. If it’s your first time signing in, type your password, and then click Sign in.

What is difference between Skype and Skype for Business?

You can also use Skype to participate in one-to-one chats and calls with Microsoft Teams users. Skype for Business lets you add up to 250 people to online meetings, provides enterprise-grade security, allows you to manage employee accounts, and is integrated into your Office apps.

Can I get Skype for Business without Office 365?

If you have Office 2007, 2010, or 2013, you can safely install and use Skype for Business 2016. It won’t overwrite your existing Office programs UNLESS YOU ARE INSTALLING MICROSOFT 365 PROPLUS. Please read all the information below before installing.

Is Skype now Lync?

Lync was renamed Skype for Business in April 2015. Along with a new name came some new features and a fresh new look. It’s pretty cool, and you can read more about it at Explore Skype for Business.