Communicate across devices
Connect from PC/Mac, landline, or mobile device—and invite up to 250 people to join the call or chat.
Upgrade from Lync 2013 to Microsoft Teams in Microsoft 365
Still using Lync? Get online meetings, chat, file sharing, and more with Microsoft Teams in Microsoft 365.
Meet Microsoft Teams + Microsoft 365 Apps for business
Microsoft Teams replaced Lync, and it has all the features of Lync plus powerful capabilities that make it easier to connect, share, and collaborate across devices and locations. It’s part of most Microsoft 365 Apps for business plans.
Collaborate with ease
With 1 TB of OneDrive cloud storage, you can back up, share, and co-author workbooks from any device.
Take apps on the go
Keep your business on track from wherever you are using Microsoft Teams and Microsoft 365 mobile.
Always up to date
Get exclusive, new features and security updates available only for Microsoft Teams in Microsoft 365.
Compare Lync 2013 and Microsoft Teams in Microsoft 365
Microsoft Teams in Microsoft 365
*included with Microsoft 365
One-click sign-on
Join meetings with a single click—no more dial-in numbers and passcodes.
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Desktop and app sharing
Share content, explain ideas visually, and collaborate easily online.
included
Multi-party HD video
Enhanced video capabilities with 1080p resolution and up to 6 people shown at once.
included
Offline messaging
No need to wait for someone to be online. Send or record a message, and it will automatically appear the next time they sign in.
included
Share files via chat
Upload and share attachments from OneDrive or your PC/Mac without leaving Microsoft Teams.
included
Always up to date
Always have the latest Office apps, features, and services.
included
Lync 2013
One-click sign-on
Join meetings with a single click—no more dial-in numbers and passcodes.
included
Desktop and app sharing
Share content, explain ideas visually, and collaborate easily online.
Not included
Multi-party HD video
Enhanced video capabilities with 1080p resolution and up to 6 people shown at once.
Not included
Offline messaging
No need to wait for someone to be online. Send or record a message, and it will automatically appear the next time they sign in.
Not included
Share files via chat
Upload and share attachments from OneDrive or your PC/Mac without leaving Microsoft Teams.
Not included
Always up to date
Always have the latest Office apps, features, and services.
Not included
Microsoft Teams in Microsoft 365*included with Microsoft 365
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| One-click sign-on | Join meetings with a single click—no more dial-in numbers and passcodes. |
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included
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| Desktop and app sharing | Share content, explain ideas visually, and collaborate easily online. |
included
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Not included
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| Multi-party HD video | Enhanced video capabilities with 1080p resolution and up to 6 people shown at once. |
included
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Not included
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| Offline messaging | No need to wait for someone to be online. Send or record a message, and it will automatically appear the next time they sign in. |
included
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Not included
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| Share files via chat | Upload and share attachments from OneDrive or your PC/Mac without leaving Microsoft Teams. |
included
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Not included
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| Always up to date | Always have the latest Office apps, features, and services. |
included
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Not included
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Microsoft Teams in Microsoft 365*included with Microsoft 365
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Microsoft Teams with a Microsoft 365 subscription is the latest version of Lync. Previous versions include Skype for Business 2016, Lync 2013, Lync 2010, and Lync 2007. Microsoft Teams is compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows 7.
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