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Office 365 User Guide

By : Nikkia Carter
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Office 365 User Guide

By: Nikkia Carter

Overview of this book

Microsoft Office 365 combines the popular Office suite with next-generation cloud computing capabilities. With this user guide, you'll be able to implement its software features for effective business communication and collaboration. This book begins by providing you with a quick introduction to the user interface (UI) and the most commonly used features of Office 365. After covering the core aspects of this suite, you'll learn how to perform various email functions via Exchange. Next, you will learn how to communicate using Skype for Business and Microsoft Teams. To boost your productivity, this book will help you learn everything from using instant messaging to conducting audio and web conferences, and even accessing business information from any location. In the final chapters, you will learn to work in a systematic style using file management and collaboration with OneDrive for Business using SharePoint. By the end of this book, you'll be equipped with the knowledge you need to take full advantage of Office 365 and level up your organization's productivity.
Table of Contents (23 chapters)
Free Chapter
1
Section 1: Understanding Office 365
4
Section 2: Managing Microsoft Exchange
10
Section 3: Skype for Business and Microsoft Teams
14
Section 4: OneDrive for Business
17
Section 5: Collaboration Using SharePoint

The danger of the Share button

When you share a file using the Share button, you may inadvertently break the permission structure, leaving a mess for the person trying to make sure everyone has proper permissions, and/or give permission to someone you shouldn't. This is one of those powers that you need to consider very carefully before using. Do not assume that it is OK to use just because it is enabled. If you find you have the ability to share with anyone, you may want to check with your organization's leadership before proceeding.

Just like any other power, you should try your best to use it wisely. Consider using the least-needed access rule. This is where you give the least amount of access needed. When determining the access you should give, ask yourself these questions:

  • Does the person you wish to share with need to edit the file or just view the file?
  • If the...