Skype for Business

This video gives a quick overview of the product.

To access Skype for Business in Windows:

1. Click the Start button.
2. Click All Programs.
3. Click Microsoft Office (2010 or 2013).
4. Click Skype for Business 2015.

• TWU Technology recommends that all users watch the LinkedIn Learning Skype for Business Essential Training course before using the product. 
• There are Skype for Business mobile apps available for mobile devices.
• Skype for Business' rich features are most available on Microsoft, Android, and Windows operating systems. Apple products (Mac, iPad, iPhone) will have diminished features. 
• Faculty and staff should contact the Technology Service Desk to have the full Skype for Business client installed on a laptop. 
• As of January 2017, the recording feature is not available. Faculty and staff may continue to use Blackboard Collaborate to record. 
• Skype for Business is not recommended for webinar use. Attendees must have a microphone to hear audio in the Skype for Business meeting. There is a workaround, but it can be more complex than joining a Blackboard Collaborate session.

How to . . .

• Add a Contact
• Set Privacy Levels
• Add other presenters to a meeting/control waiting room (note: you must add contacts to the meeting before changing settings)

Skype works best with a webcam and/or headset with microphone. Here are some (of hundreds) of options:

• Microsoft LifeCam HD-3000
• Logitech HD Webcam C270
• Logitech ClearChat Comfort/USB Headset H390

For additional support, contact the Technology Service Desk at 940-898-3971, servicedesk@twu.edu, techchat.twu.edu, or submit a request through the Technology Service Catalog.

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Links List

• https://youtu.be/qVq7A7nS_TQ
• https://www.linkedin.com/learning/skype-for-business-essential-training/add-interactivity-with-whiteboards-polls-and-q-a?u=57685713
• https://support.skype.com/en/faq/FA421/how-do-i-manage-my-contacts-in-skype-for-windows-desktop
• https://support.office.com/en-us/article/Add-a-contact-in-Skype-for-Business-89338023-2adf-4f5c-90b6-f8b6f72fadd1
• https://support.office.com/en-us/article/Control-access-to-your-presence-information-in-Skype-for-Business-fea86e34-60cf-4dd0-bfb2-169a42afd92c?ui=en-US&rs=en-US&ad=US
• https://support.office.com/en-US/article/Set-options-for-online-meetings-and-conference-calls-DCD1CA39-0C1F-466C-9573-F04138FEF5E2
• https://servicecenter.twu.edu/TDClient/KB/ArticleDet?ID=23167