Microsoft 365

Wayne State email (Outlook), Office 365, Microsoft Teams, and more.

Articles (20)

Feature comparisons and differences between Microsoft Teams and Zoom video conference apps

This article compares Microsoft Teams and Zoom across features such as video conferencing, file sharing, transcription, and meeting tools. It helps users decide which platform best suits their needs based on functionality, collaboration tools, and integration with WSU systems.

Getting started with Microsoft 365 (Microsoft Office)

This article explains eligibility, benefits, and how to download and install Microsoft 365 from Wayne State — who can get the free desktop apps (students and select employees), device limits, included apps, exclusions, the one-year post-graduation expiry for students, and step-by-step installation via login.wayne.edu.

How do I get a Microsoft Teams Dial-In conferencing license?

This article explains that Microsoft Teams Dial-In conferencing requires a paid license for organizers and provides instructions for purchasing one through the C&IT Help Desk store for personal or departmental use.

How to create a custom email address

Ways and requirement on how to create and use a custom email name.

How to create a distribution or contact list in Outlook

This article explains how to create a distribution (contact) list in Wayne Connect, allowing users to email multiple recipients using a single group name.

Managing bulk emails from the university

Creating an Inbox rule to move bulk emails into a newly created folder.

Microsoft Bookings

This article offers an overview of Microsoft Bookings, including its features, practical use cases and how to access Bookings.

Microsoft OneDrive in Wayne State email

This article explains how Wayne State students and employees can access and use Microsoft OneDrive through their WSU Microsoft 365 account on the web, PC, Mac, or mobile, with FAQs on file management, syncing, and data protection.

Microsoft Teams

This article provides information about Microsoft Teams at Wayne State University, including its features, training resources, and answers to frequently asked questions about meetings, calling, chat, and managing teams and channels.

Microsoft Teams call share

This article provides information on Call share features in Microsoft Teams

Using the Global Address List (GAL) in Outlook

This article explains how to use the Global Address List (GAL) at Wayne State University, including how autocomplete works when entering email addresses in Outlook and other applications.

What are Microsoft Office updates? Why do I need them?

Article explains why Microsoft Office updates are important for security and performance, and guides users on enabling automatic updates for Office on Windows or macOS, or checking updates for older versions.

What is the difference between Zoom and Microsoft Teams?

This article explains the key differences between Microsoft Teams and Zoom at Wayne State, comparing features such as video conferencing, screen sharing, file storage, recording, chat, breakout rooms, polling, participant limits, browser and mobile access, and Canvas integration.