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Last modified on 23-07-2024 14:46
Microsoft Teams allows you to work together with fellow students. You can work together on documents, share your screen and make video calls.
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Installing and starting up

You can use Microsoft Teams online via your browser or via the Microsoft Teams Application.

In the browser: 

  1. Go to microsoft365.comExternal link and log in with your UvAnetID and password.
  2. You will probably need to use the Microsoft Authenticator app to log in. Don't have this set up yet? Read how to set up two-step verification.
  3. After logging in, choose Microsoft Teams in the left-hand bar. Is Teams not listed? Then click the 9 dots in the top left of the screen to display all Microsoft apps.

Microsoft Teams application: 

  1. Go to microsoft365.comExternal link and log in with your UvAnetID and password.
  2. You will probably need to use the Microsoft Authenticator app to log in. Don't have this set up yet? Read how to set up two-step verification.
  3. Click Install apps in the top right corner.
  4. Choose Microsoft 365 apps.
  5. Follow the instructions on your screen.

Applying for a Team in Microsoft Teams

Collaborating in Microsoft Teams is best done in a Team. In a Team, you can save files, post messages and organise meetings. You can also integrate many of the other Microsoft 365 apps into a Team.

You can easily and quickly request a Team via the Team Request app in Microsoft Teams:

  1. Open Teams in the browser or via the application.
  2. Click Request Team in the left menu.
  3. You can request a Team here and arrange it as you wish.

Need help? 

For further questions you can visit the general Microsoft 365 support pageExternal link. In addition, you can get in touch with Servicedesk ICT Services.

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Servicedesk ICT Services ICT Services

The Servicedesk ICT Services is there to help you with all your ICT questions and problems.

Contact details

The Service Desk ICT Services can be reached by phone from Monday to Friday from 8.00 to 18.00.

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