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Microsoft Outlook Resources

This page includes helpful guides for using Microsoft Outlook for email and calendar management. These resources are designed to support common faculty tasks such as scheduling meetings, sharing availability, and maintaining consistent email communication.

What this helps with:
This guide explains how to access and view other people’s Outlook calendars so you can see their availability for meetings.

Add Your Email Signature from Gmail to Outlook

What this helps with:
If you previously used Gmail, this guide shows how to copy your existing email signature and add it to Microsoft Outlook so your messages remain consistent.

Note: This video does not include sound; all instructions are shown on screen.

Add Zoom Meeting Links to Outlook Calendar Invites

What this helps with:
Learn how to quickly add Zoom meeting links when creating Outlook calendar events, making it easy for students and colleagues to join virtual meetings.

Note: This video does not include sound; all instructions are shown on screen.

Make Your Outlook Calendar Visible to Others

What this helps with:
This guide explains how to share your Outlook calendar so others can view your availability for meetings.

How to Access Colleagues’ Calendars in Outlook

How to Complete the Required Update on BU-Issued Computers

What this helps with:
This video shows how to update your BU-issued laptop or PC to the latest software and security patches. It demonstrates the step-by-step process for checking, installing, and restarting after updates.

Following the steps in this video can help fix common issues such as slow performance, unresponsive programs, or features not working correctly. It is also recommended as the next step after clearing cookies and cache, which often resolves stuck or improperly functioning computers.

Note: This video does not include sound; all instructions are shown on screen.

Need help?

For assistance with any issues related to the Microsoft migration, including Outlook, email, or calendars, please contact IT Support.