Microsoft 365

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Microsoft 365 features online versions of recognized Microsoft applications, Pitt Email and Calendar (Outlook), and five terabytes of cloud file storage.

 

 

About This Service

Key Features

  • Cloud-based Collaboration: Microsoft 365 provides cloud-based tools that allow for seamless collaboration and communication. Users can work on documents together in real-time, share files, and co-author projects, enhancing productivity and teamwork.
  • Increased Storage: Microsoft 365 offers up to five terabytes of cloud storage through OneDrive, allowing users to store and access their files securely. This eliminates the need for physical storage devices and provides ample space to store documents, presentations, and other files.
  • Enhanced Security: Microsoft invests heavily in security measures for Microsoft 365. It includes features like data encryption, threat protection, and data loss prevention to safeguard user data and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Getting and Using This Service

How do I access this service?

  • Log into this Service: Access Service
  • Mobile Apps: Look under Other installs or Get Office apps when you are logged into Microsoft 365. The license that enables students, faculty, and staff access to Microsoft 365 also covers the full licensing of these mobile apps. The installers for these apps are also available on other online app stores including the Pitt App Store.
  • Favorite in myPitt: Go to myPitt

How do I request this service?

Access to this service is automatically granted if you are a member of the group that has been assigned permission to use this service.

Who can use this service?

Students, Faculty, Staff

Data Risk Classification

Data Risk Classification and Compliance

Support and Hours

Status

Status of Service Offering

How do I get help?

Submit a ticket by clicking the Request Help button on the upper right hand corner of this page.

 
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