Microsoft® Lync™ introduces a rich and powerful user experience bringing improved collaboration, engagement and interaction to every communication.
Building on the established functionality of Office Communication Server, Lync 2010 is the future of integrated communications with real-time presence indication, instant messaging, voice and video calling delivered through core applications or the Lync 2010 console.
It introduces a range of benefits for IT, with a highly secure and reliable system that integrates with existing tools and systems for simplified management, lower cost of ownership, smoother deployment and total flexibility.
Microsoft Lync Server 2010 has been designed as a single platform that can enhance, extend, and even replace traditional and IP PBX systems.
It features a comprehensive set of voice functionality, supporting common calling features such as, answer, forward, transfer, hold and divert. These capabilities extend outside the office via secured Internet access without requiring a VPN connection.
Now simpler to deploy and manage, Microsoft Lync Server 2010 is highly secure and reliable, working alongside Active Directory, Exchange Server, and SharePoint. Lync uses Microsoft management tools to facilitate easier management, lower cost of ownership, interoperability with existing systems and straight-forwards migration.
Easily-leveraged programmable interfaces for embedding communications in business applications and processes Documented APIs using familiar technology make it easy to embed communications in business applications and processes.
Support for on-premises and hosted environments Microsoft Lync Server 2010 can be deployed on-premises or in as a bluesource service-based (hosted) or hybrid environment. A service-based option can deliver faster deployment, regularly updated software, and more time to focus on strategic tasks and initiatives.