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What is Discord? What you need to know about the messaging app

Discord is a video game-focused voice and chat app that you'll want to start using if you're a gamer. Here's everything you need to know about Discord.
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You can use Microsoft Teams to send text messages. Here’s how

You can create individual SMS chats or group chats easily via Microsoft Teams, or use your Android device to access Teams SMS chats.
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Discord is getting a big update that gives users more ways to pay

Discord's fall updates focus on changes to user safety, the monetization of profile customization, and third-party app usage.
Gamer using Discord on a gaming desktop PC.

Here’s how to share your screen on Discord

Discord excels at community building and offers useful screen-sharing features. Here's how to share your screen on the Discord app.
A gaming PC with RGB synced lights running Apex Legends.

As an enthusiast, these are the apps every PC needs to have

Being a PC enthusiast, these are some of the most important apps and software I cannot live without.
Microsoft Teams

Hackers are sending malware through seemingly innocent Microsoft Teams messages

Microsoft Teams is subject to a new phishing malware that disguises itself as a convincing notice about company vacation time. 
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Mobile-first: Empower virtual workers with Verizon Mobile for Microsoft Teams

A remote workforce needs a mobile chat for virtual work, and Verizon Mobile for Microsoft Teams is one of the best solutions for that. Here's why.
Memrise bot in the Discord app directory.

This GPT-powered Discord bot can teach you a new language — here’s how to use it

The Memrise bot allows you to learn language through conversation on Discord.
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Microsoft Teams is getting new AI tools — and they’re free

Microsoft has updated its popular Communities features in Teams with more collaboration functions.
microsoft brings mesh to teams as gateway metaverse for grid

You can now try out avatars and virtual spaces in Microsoft Teams

Microsoft is showcasing several new feature updates for its Teams app during its Build Developers conference this week.
A mockup image of Slack's Slack GPT chatbot, showing the Einstein GPT tool suggesting a new sales opportunity.

Slack GPT: attend meetings, summarize messages, and more

Slack is adding its own ChatGPT-like chatbot helper called Slack GPT, and it’ll be able to summarize messages, attend meetings and perfect emails for you.
Basic poll in Slack on a Windows laptop.

How to create a poll in Slack

Want to encourage more interaction with your team, get their opinions, or obtain general feedback? You can create a Slack poll easily in just a few minutes.
Several Microsoft Teams windows and features opened simultaneously.

Microsoft Teams is about to get faster and much easier to use

The latest Microsoft Teams revamp has been infused with AI features for greater speed and efficiency.
Laptop sitting on a desk showing Windows 11's built-in Microsoft Teams experience.

Finally, you’ll soon be able to use 3D avatars on Teams calls

Microsoft is finally set to roll out a Teams feature that was supposed to highlight its place in the metaverse.
Using ChatGPT in Slack.

ChatGPT just launched on Slack — here’s how to use it

ChatGPT is now available within Slack and can be used for summarizing conversations, answering questions, or drafting quick replies. Here's how to use it.
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Discord is taking ChatGPT out of your browser and into your server

Discord is joining the ChatGPT revolution by implementing its Clyde chatbot with AI features.
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Forget VR. Airglass made me actually enjoy video calls

Online meetings need a reboot and Mobeus might have the answer with Airglass, an AR-fueled app that works with Macs and PCs with no extra hardware.
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Microsoft continues its unabashed embrace of ChatGPT and AI

ChatGPT is rolling out to Microsoft Teams now and could be part of Bing search soon, but if you want it to help you write in Word, you'll need to get an add-in.
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Tested: Is Discord really slowing down Nvidia GPUs?

If you're using Discord, be aware that a recent update may have impacted the performance of your Nvidia GPU -- but is it a big deal?
Three women in a Microsoft Teams meeting.

Microsoft Teams Premium uses AI to automatically recap your meetings

Microsoft has just made Teams Premium available for a short trial run, offering a range of new features.
The Microsoft Teams Communities features is now available for Microsoft 365 Personal and Family.

How to use the new communities feature in Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Teams' new communities feature benefits personal and small business collaboration.
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Discord now lets creators make money, and it’s not with crypto

Discord has shared details on the pricing requirements and perks of its Server Subscriptions for servers in the U.S.
a faceless hacker in a black hoodie in front of a computer screen with lines of code on it.

Hackers sink to new low by stealing Discord accounts in ransomware attacks

AXLocker is a new ransomware attack that not only encrypts your files -- it also attempts to steal your Discord account, giving you 48 hours to respond.
4 screenshots of the games Solitaire, Wordament, Minesweeper, and IceBreakers sit next to each other. Little circles with people's faces are dotted across the image, showing that they are playing the games together.

You can now play Minesweeper (and more games) in Microsoft Teams

Microsoft has launched a new Work for Games app that lets Microsoft Teams users play games like Minesweeper and Solitaire in meetings.
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How to report someone on Discord

Discord users can violate the chatting app's guidelines, and you can make sure that disciplinary action is taken. Here is how to report someone on Discord.
The Microsoft Audio dock with cable being connected.

Microsoft’s new audio dock is part speaker, part USB hub

Amidst the buzz of the Surface Laptop 5 and Surface Pro 9 created at today's Surface launch event, Microsoft launched a few Microsoft Teams-centric accessories.
Xbox Series X with controller.

How to use Discord on Xbox Series X

Discord features are starting to arrive on the Xbox platform. Here's how to take advantage of them by connecting Discord voice chat to Xbox Series X and more.
A video call in Microsoft Teams is displayed on a laptop.

This Microsoft Teams exploit could leave your account vulnerable

Security analysts spotted a huge vulnerability in Microsoft Teams, but Microsoft has decided not to address the problem. Here's how to stay safe.
Manage Members in Slack on a laptop.

How to remove someone from Slack

When an employee leaves your organization, you likely want to prevent them from logging into your Slack workspace. Here’s how to remove someone from Slack.
A video call in progress on Microsoft Teams.

Hackers can now sneak malware into the GIFs you share

This new attack uses Microsoft Teams and GIFs to mount phishing attacks on your computer.
Good Morning GIF in Slack on a laptop.

How to add GIFs to Slack

Make your coworker’s day, say good morning, or let your employee know they did a great job. Here’s how to add GIFs to Slack for a fun way to communicate.
Slack Computer Graphic.

How to make a Slack channel private

Need to make a Slack channel private for certain discussions? Here's how to switch a channel to private, what that means for your conversation, and more info!
The Welsh public ministers attend a Microsoft Teams meeting.

Microsoft Teams will now translate your calls — with a catch

Microsoft Teams just added a feature that will make remote work easier -- human language translation that lets you pick the language you're listening to.
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Discord is making its Android app more like iOS, and in a good way

Discord switched to React Native for its Android app to ensure Android users will get new features and updates at the same time iOS users do.