Microsoft Office 365

What Does Microsoft Office 365 Mean?

Microsoft Office 365 is a Software as a Service (SaaS) solution that includes Microsoft Office and other services, such as email and collaboration, from Microsoft’s cloud server. Microsoft Office 365 provides desktop functionalities and is available by subscription.

Techopedia Explains Microsoft Office 365

Microsoft Office 365 provides a comprehensive set of software tools and services that facilitate office documentation, communication and management tasks. No upfront installation or integration is required, other than an Internet connection and supporting Web browser.

The Microsoft Office 365 suite of applications includes several different online services, including Office Professional Plus, Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Lync Online and a lighter version of Office Suite, presented as Office Web Apps.

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