Communication & Collaboration Systems

Overview	We offer a broad spectrum of services and tools in support of communications and collaboration.
Available To	Students, Faculty, Researchers, Staff, Departments, Alumni, Prospective Students, New/Incoming Students, Guests
Benefits	Modern, effective, and convenient communication and collaboration tools are essential in today’s workplace. Using the most appropriate services and tools can save you considerable time and effort whenever you work with others.
Key Features	Communication services include a number of choices for email (e.g., ACS and Microsoft Exchange), telephone, and mobile services. Conferencing choices include telephone, video, and web options. Besides traditional audio/visual services and BUTV, we offer live webcasting and podcasting services, including space for your lectures on iTunes U. For collaborating on projects and shared tasks, we offer Microsoft SharePoint, Google Sites, and MediaWiki.
Requirements	Individual service descriptions note any specific requirements.
Cost	Many services are offered without charge; individual descriptions note exceptions.
Getting Started	Browse the service overview pages in this section to learn about the services that interest you.