How Do I Download Skype For Business On My Mac

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First, download download and install Movavi Skype recorder for Mac by following the onscreen instructions. Set the Recording Parameters. Run Skype and launch the software for Skype video recording. Hover the mouse cursor over the Skype window you want to capture, then click on it once. You can also change the target area later. Tick the box to start up Skype as soon as the computer logs on. Add your contacts - get all the family added, making sure that they accept the requests at the other end. Skype for Business makes it easy to connect and collaborate with coworkers and business partners around the world: Start instant message conversations and voice or video calls. See when your contacts are available online. Schedule and join meetings. Present your screen during meetings.

Good news, the Skype for Business Mac client is now generally available!

It's been a long time waiting, but Microsoft has hit their October 2016 deadline.

Version: 16.0.0.3638

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File Name: SkypeForBusinessInstaller-16.0.0.3638.pkg

Date Published: 10/26/2016

File Size: 35.9 MB

Skype for Business Mac Download Link: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=54108

For the best Mac client experiences and an always up-to-date infrastructure, we recommend all customers migrate to Office 365. Skype for Business Server 2015 customers should at a minimum download and install the Skype for Business Server 2015 Cumulative Update version 9319.272 or higher (coming soon). Lync Server 2013 customers should consider upgrading their installation to Skype for Business Server 2015 or downloading the latest Lync Server 2013 Cumulative Update version 8308.973 or higher (coming soon). Lync Server 2010 is not supported – instead, we recommend customers continue to use the Lync for Mac 2011 client.

Skype for Mac Known issues: https://support.office.com/en-us/article/Known-issues-Skype-for-Business-on-Mac-494ac5d5-50be-4aa7-8f5a-669c71c98c9a?ui=en-US&rs=en-US&ad=US&fromAR=1

FAQ: https://support.office.com/en-us/article/FAQ-Skype-for-Business-on-Mac-878fff6e-fc22-4917-870a-584478cb55ef?ui=en-US&rs=en-US&ad=US&fromAR=1

Requirements Mac OS X

  • Skype for Business Server 2015 or Lync Server 2013
  • OSX 10.11 (El Capitan) or OSX 10.12 (Sierra)
  • Outlook Mac build 15.27 (161010) required for Outlook integration

Key Features:

  • one-click join,
  • edge-to-edge video
  • full screen sharing

Training session from Microsoft Introducing Skype for Business on Mac, here: https://www.skypeoperationsframework.com/Academy?TechnicalProductTrainings

This session will walk you through the new Skype for Business on Mac client. It will show you the user experience, walk you through the features and will take a look under the hood – pointing out when Skype for Business for Mac is different than other clients. It concludes with troubleshooting information.

Great walkthrough of all the detail from Martin here: https://ucmart.uk/2016/10/27/skype-for-business-for-mac-available-for-download-quick-summary-of-client/

List of Additional Known Issues from Iain here: https://northernlync.wordpress.com/2016/10/27/skype-for-mac-ga-7-other-known-issues-not-mentioned/

  • Available versions

Overview

Skype for Business is distinct from the Skype application for home use.

Use Microsoft Skype for Business to access Indiana University's UniCom service.

The capabilities of Skype for Business are integrated with Microsoft Office applications, and include:

  • Chat using instant messaging
  • Make audio or video calls (including audio or video conference calls)
  • Share files
  • Share your desktop
  • See others' availability and manage the information others see about you
The features you can use depend on which mode you're using, UniCom Basic or UniCom Enterprise Voice; see IU UniCom feature comparison. Students are eligible for UniCom Basic only.

Available versions

Windows

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Skype for Business is included in Office 365.

Mac

On macOS, options include:

  • Skype for Business is included in Office 365.
  • You can download Skype for Business on Mac from IUware. For information about features of Skype for Business on Mac, see Explore Skype for Business.
Skype for Business on Mac does not yet include file sharing or desktop sharing. If you rely heavily on these features, consider waiting to upgrade to Skype for Business until they are available.

Get started

Before attempting to use Skype for Business with Indiana University's UniCom service, see Get started with UniCom/Skype for Business.

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To learn how to perform common tasks in Skype for Business, see UniCom. Also, see Skype for Business help & learning.

For an introduction to UniCom, including how-to PDFs and videos, seeUniCom.

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Phones

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IU faculty and staff can obtain compatible devices (USB devices or IP phones) by going through their department telecommunications coordinators and/or their IT Pros. For more about available devices, see About office telephone equipment at IU.

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If you do not know who your telecommunications coordinator is, at IU Bloomington, call 812-856-2287; at IUPUI, call 317-274-3004. You can also email Communications Planning and Implementation.

To learn the name of your department's IT Pro, consult your supervisor, your departmental website, or IT People. If you still cannot identify your IT Pro, call the UITS Support Center at 812-855-6789 (Bloomington) or 317-274-4357 (Indianapolis).




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