Issue
There can be multiple version of Microsoft Teams available on Windows 11, making it unclear which version to use for University work.
Recommendation
For University-related communication and collaboration, you'll want to use Microsoft Teams (work or school).
The "Chat" icon within Windows 11 pertains to a version of Teams designed for personal use.
| Teams (work or school) | Teams (Personal) | |
|---|---|---|
| Icon |
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| Purpose | University communication and collaboration | Personal communication and social interaction |
| Recommended for University Work? |  |  |
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You can easily hide the "Chat" icon on your taskbar:
- Right-click on any empty space on your taskbar.
- Select Taskbar settings.
- In the Taskbar settings menu, locate the option labeled Chat.
- Click the toggle switch next to Chat to turn it Off:
