Getting Started with Microsoft Teams

Introduction

Microsoft Teams is a collaboration platform that combines chat, video and audio meetings, calling, file sharing, and real-time collaboration within Microsoft 365. It also supports integration with hundreds of third-party apps.

Applies to: Faculty Staff
Support Scope & Limitations

Technology Solutions supports the core Microsoft Teams application pre-installed on Columbia College devices. Technology Solutions does not provide technical support for third-party apps or add-ins installed into Microsoft Teams.

Learning & Development

Feature Guides & Resources

Explore in-depth documentation and guides for specific Microsoft Teams features below:

1
Microsoft Teams — Meetings

Schedule, join, and manage audio and video meetings, including screen sharing and meeting controls.

2
Microsoft Teams — Chats

Send direct messages, group chats, format text, and manage conversation threads.

3
Microsoft Teams — Notifications

Configure activity alerts, banner notifications, channel notifications, and quiet hours.

4
Microsoft Teams — Teams and Channels

Organize department and project communication into standard, private, and shared channels.

5
Microsoft Teams — Files

Upload, share, and collaborate on files in real time directly within conversations and channels.

6
Microsoft Teams — Apps

Learn how apps and integrations function within Microsoft Teams and review supported use cases.

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