Introduction to Microsoft 365

Intended Audience: Students, Faculty, and Staff

Summary

Microsoft 365 is a comprehensive suite of productivity tools designed to help individuals and organizations achieve more. It includes premium Office apps like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, along with 1 TB of OneDrive cloud storage, advanced security features, and more. Microsoft 365 enhances productivity and collaboration by integrating seamlessly with other tools and services, allowing users to work from anywhere on any device.

You can access your Outlook by visiting the Microsoft 365 website. Use your PVAMU credentials to log in.  If this is your first time logging into PVAMU Microsoft 365, then enter your full email address, including @pvamu.edu

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Problem

We understand that many users may not be fully aware of the extensive features and benefits that Microsoft 365 offers. This can sometimes lead to underutilization of the available tools, which may affect productivity and collaboration. Additionally, navigating and integrating the suite with other daily tools and services can be challenging.

Solution

To help you get the most out of Microsoft 365, we offer comprehensive training and resources designed to showcase its full features and benefits. Our resources include detailed guides on using core applications like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and advanced tools such as Teams and OneDrive. With step-by-step tutorials, best practices, and tips for seamless integration with other tools and services, we aim to empower you to enhance your productivity and collaboration capabilities with Microsoft 365.

Steps

Here are some steps for introducing Microsoft 365, with a focus on how the Center for Information Technology Excellence (CITE) can assist:

  1. Understand the Basics: Visit Microsoft 365 and familiarize yourself with core applications like Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, and OneDrive. CITE offers guides and resources to help you get started.
  2. Explore Collaboration Tools: Use Microsoft Teams for chat, meetings, and document collaboration.
  3. Utilize Cloud Storage: Store, share, and access files with OneDrive. 
  4. Learn Advanced Features: Explore SharePoint for document management and Power Automate for workflows. 
  5. Implement Security Measures: Use Microsoft 365's security features to protect your data.
  6. Training and Support: CITE offers various training opportunities and support services to help you get started with Microsoft 365. You can find more information on the CITE website. Visit CITE Training and sign up!  For Group Training, send an email to techtraining@pvamu.edu.

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