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Instant Messaging

Bryant's preferred instant messaging platform is Microsoft Teams, part of the Office 365 platform. Teams is integrated into Outlook online. Other options include Google Meet and Google Chat, part of Bryant's G Suite service, and also CISCO Webex.

Options

Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Teams is the central communication and collaboration tool of Office 365 and comes installed on your Bryant workstation or laptop. Teams can be accessed by loading the app on your device or through a web browser.

  • Use on the web or any device.
  • Deeply integrated into Office 365.
  • Instant message members of your team.
  • Schedule and record virtual meetings.
  • Download transcripts and recording from your meetings.
  • Easily upload and share Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Slides, as well as images and other files.

Google Meet
Access Google Meet by loading the app on your device or through a web browser at meet.google.com.

  • Use on the web or any device.
  • Deeply integrated into other G Suite services.
  • Easily upload Google Docs, Sheets or Slides.

Google Chat

Access Google Chat by loading the app on your device or through a web browser at chat.google.com

  • Use on the web or any device.
  • Deeply integrated into other G Suite services.
  • Easily upload Google Docs, Sheets or Slides.

CISCO Webex

  • Only available to faculty and staff using Bryant Telephony services.
  • Integrates with Cisco Unified Communications service.

Available To

Faculty, Staff and Students

What to Expect

Request

No request is necessary for using these services. Microsoft Teams and Google Meet and Chat are enabled for Faculty, Staff and Students on their respective platforms.