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All the Copilot updates announced at Build 2024

Microsoft announced a variety of updates to Copilot at its Build developer conference.
Using Slack on phone and computer.

How to delete or deactivate a Slack account

Slack is a versatile space for work collaboration, but if it's time to say goodbye, you'll want to remove your account from the workspace: Here's how to do it.
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How to delete Slack messages on desktop and mobile

If you type a message in the wrong channel or add something to a conversation you don’t mean to, you can delete messages on Slack in just a few steps.
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How to leave a team on Microsoft Teams

Whether you’re migrating to a new team entirely, or simply want to remove yourself from old conversations, here’s how to leave a team in Microsoft Teams.
The Microsoft Teams Communities features is now available for Microsoft 365 Personal and Family.

How to change your background in Microsoft Teams

In addition to its many video conferencing tools and features, Microsoft Teams will even allow you to change the background of your calls. Here’s how.
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Copilot is slowly pushing more AI into your Teams calls and chats

Microsoft is bringing deeper integrations with Copilot in Teams to help you collaborate with colleagues.
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How your boss can spy on you with Slack, Zoom, and Teams

Worried about your boss spying on you through remote work apps like Slack, Zoom, or Teams? Here's what your company can see through popular apps like these.
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Slack is down right now. Here’s what we know about the issues [Update]

No, it's not just you. Slack is down right now with multiple issues. Here's everything we know about the outage.
man having work chat from home office with colleagues on screen.

Mobile-first: Empower virtual workers with Verizon Mobile for Microsoft Teams

A remote workforce needs a mobile chat for virtual work, and Verizon Mobile for Microsoft Teams is one of the best solutions for that. Here's why.
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The most common Slack issues and how to fix them

Slack is a popular office chat app, but it's not free of issues. From connectivity to audio issues, here are some common Slack issues and how to fix them.
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You can use Microsoft Teams to send text messages. Here’s how

You can create individual SMS chats or group chats easily via Microsoft Teams, or use your Android device to access Teams SMS chats.
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Discord is getting a big update that gives users more ways to pay

Discord's fall updates focus on changes to user safety, the monetization of profile customization, and third-party app usage.
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Hackers are sending malware through seemingly innocent Microsoft Teams messages

Microsoft Teams is subject to a new phishing malware that disguises itself as a convincing notice about company vacation time. 
Gamer using Discord on a gaming desktop PC.

Here’s how to share your screen on Discord

Discord excels at community building and offers useful screen-sharing features. Here's how to share your screen on the Discord app.
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As an enthusiast, these are the apps every PC needs to have

Being a PC enthusiast, these are some of the most important apps and software I cannot live without.
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Microsoft Teams is getting new AI tools — and they’re free

Microsoft has updated its popular Communities features in Teams with more collaboration functions.
Memrise bot in the Discord app directory.

This GPT-powered Discord bot can teach you a new language — here’s how to use it

The Memrise bot allows you to learn language through conversation on Discord.
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You can now try out avatars and virtual spaces in Microsoft Teams

Microsoft is showcasing several new feature updates for its Teams app during its Build Developers conference this week.
A mockup image of Slack's Slack GPT chatbot, showing the Einstein GPT tool suggesting a new sales opportunity.

Slack GPT: attend meetings, summarize messages, and more

Slack is adding its own ChatGPT-like chatbot helper called Slack GPT, and it’ll be able to summarize messages, attend meetings and perfect emails for you.
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How to test your webcam to make sure it’s working

Need to hop on a video call? Here's how to test your webcam to see if it's in good working order before your meeting using desktop apps and online tests.
A video call in progress on Microsoft Teams.

Microsoft Teams gets more personal with new preview features on desktop, web

Microsoft is bringing personal features to Teams, including the ability to switch between work and personal accounts and chat on mobile without the app.
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Online learning can’t replace classrooms. Microsoft Teams wants to change that

We had a chance to chat with Microsoft about some upcoming features for Teams that support stronger student engagement and retention during remote learning.
A person using Slack on a Macbook.

How to use Slack

Looking to create a team to work in-house and/or remotely? Here's how to use Slack to increase workflow and enable team-based chat no matter your location.
A close-up of someone using Microsoft Teams on a laptop for a videoconference.

Huge gains for Microsoft Teams, Slack as workers stay home to avoid coronavirus

Microsoft Teams and Slack reported significant increases in customer numbers amid the COVID-19 pandemic, as employees settle into work-from-home arrangements.
A close-up of someone using Microsoft Teams on a laptop for a videoconference.

Microsoft is retrofitting Teams for work in the coronavirus era

Microsoft Teams has new features focused on people who are noe working from home. These include real-time noise suppression, a raise-hand feature, and more.
Microsoft Teams on a Windows desktop.

Slack vs. Microsoft Teams

Which collaboration tool is best for your needs? Our comparison of these two great workspaces addresses pricing, features, app integration, storage, and more.
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Is Intel eyeing Broadcom buyout to secure mobile chip relevance?

Intel may be planning a purchase of their own that will end the Broadcom/Qualcomm battle, Microsoft Teams adds Cortana to the group, we review the latest Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon.
Basic poll in Slack on a Windows laptop.

How to create a poll in Slack

Want to encourage more interaction with your team, get their opinions, or obtain general feedback? You can create a Slack poll easily in just a few minutes.
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Microsoft Teams is about to get faster and much easier to use

The latest Microsoft Teams revamp has been infused with AI features for greater speed and efficiency.
Laptop sitting on a desk showing Windows 11's built-in Microsoft Teams experience.

Finally, you’ll soon be able to use 3D avatars on Teams calls

Microsoft is finally set to roll out a Teams feature that was supposed to highlight its place in the metaverse.
Using ChatGPT in Slack.

ChatGPT just launched on Slack — here’s how to use it

ChatGPT is now available within Slack and can be used for summarizing conversations, answering questions, or drafting quick replies. Here's how to use it.
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Discord is taking ChatGPT out of your browser and into your server

Discord is joining the ChatGPT revolution by implementing its Clyde chatbot with AI features.
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Forget VR. Airglass made me actually enjoy video calls

Online meetings need a reboot and Mobeus might have the answer with Airglass, an AR-fueled app that works with Macs and PCs with no extra hardware.
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Microsoft continues its unabashed embrace of ChatGPT and AI

ChatGPT is rolling out to Microsoft Teams now and could be part of Bing search soon, but if you want it to help you write in Word, you'll need to get an add-in.