After what seemed like an eternity, Microsoft finally launched its next-generation client operating system this year. The much-awaited Windows 11 is a significant game-changer as the tech giant has unveiled numerous novel features with its new OS. Undoubtedly, Microsoft has overhauled not just its UX interface, but the new Windows is also a representative of a massive shift in the delivery of operational services. On top of all this, the company also has rolled-out further Android support, a renewed App Store, and many more. In addition, it boasts of more accessible virtual desktop and widget customization options for the users, along with redesigned and integrated support for Android Apps.
A Push For Azure Cloud Services With Teams New Feature
A lot of you might have Windows 11, or some of you might also be going to make a transition from Windows 11 to this latest version. Thus, you must know that along with loads of new and upgraded features, Microsoft also rolled out a Windows 11’s update for Microsoft Teams. With the renewed fears of a new coronavirus pandemic knocking on our doors, the upgraded Microsoft Teams is poised to help the companies navigate their hybrid workforces.
Moreover, Microsoft has also made the Teams platform more accessible for Windows PC, Android, and Mac devices. So now, let us explore what new features the tech giant has unveiled and how it can bring watershed changes for a persistent chat-based collaboration platform. Microsoft Teams, an essential component of Azure, is set to push the company’s expanding cloud services.
Microsoft Teams Becomes Native For Windows 11 OS
In the previous year, Microsoft announced the roll-out of Windows 11 on October 5. On this date, a free upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11 became available, and therefore, a new upgraded Teams platform also became available.
However, the highlight of this release remains the direct building of Teams in the operating system. Experts believe that this new feature will make the daily use of this collaboration platform more accessible. The announcement made businesses all around the globe using Microsoft Teams cheer as now the upgraded platform will help them manage their operations more efficiently.
Also, this version of the platform will support the consumer type of logins or personal logins into Windows. It actually means that users don’t need to have a 365 Office account to access the collaboration assisting platform. Such users would be able to send/receive messages as SMS texts and do audio/video calls with the user from Teams acquired via Office 365 accounts.
Adopting a line totally diverging from the previous features, Microsoft has also built two clients on people’s computers:
- A Microfot Teams for school or work purposes; and
- Another Teams for personal use.
The former can be identified by the usual purple icon while the latter also has the same icon, but the ‘T” for Teams is purple on a white background.
Microsoft Also Introduced Chat And Audio/Video Call App In The Taskbar
One of the most widely discussed features that the tech giant company introduced has to be the integration of Chat from Teams in the Windows 11 taskbar. This would allow a much faster way for the users to connect with people they care about.
There are seemingly two significant advantages of having a Chat feature in the taskbar:
- It is a nice setup that gives non-technical Windows 11 users a built-in chat and video communication feature.
- This would also mean that users would not have to rely on other third-party applications to facilitate video communication for p work/school or personal use.
A Simple Step-by-Step Microsoft Teams User Guide For Windows 11
The following is a user guide for those who recently transitioned to Windows and are still figuring out how to go about laden with Microsoft Team’s new features introduced with Windows 11. While those thinking of upgrading to Windows 11 will also find this guide equally helpful.
- Step1: Go to one of the Microsoft Team icons mentioned above and open it.
- Step 2: Sign in to the account you want to use with it (if you have separate accounts for personal and school/work).
- Step 3: To use the Chat application, either click on its icon or press Win + C on the keyboard.
- Step 4: Now, you will see a flyout that displays recent conversations with individuals or groups. Click on any of them to message instantly.
- Step 5: Click Meet or Chat for other communication options.
Read Microsoft’s blog on Microsoft Teams for Windows 11 here.
The Bottom Line
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