M365

What is M365?

M365, short for Microsoft 365, is Microsoft’s all-in-one cloud-based productivity and collaboration suite. It combines best-in-class apps like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook with powerful cloud services such as OneDrive, Microsoft Teams, and advanced security features. It’s designed for individuals, businesses, and educational institutions to boost efficiency, collaboration, and digital security.

M365 includes both the desktop and web versions of popular Office apps, along with enterprise-grade tools for communication, file sharing, email hosting, device management, and automation.

M365 Apps List

Microsoft 365 includes a wide array of productivity apps and services. Some of the most commonly used M365 apps include:

• Microsoft Word: Document creation and editing.
• Microsoft Excel: Spreadsheets and data analysis
• Microsoft PowerPoint: Presentation design
• Microsoft Outlook: Email and calendar management
• Microsoft Teams: Team chat, video calls, collaboration
• OneDrive for Business: Cloud storage
• SharePoint: Document management and intranet
• Microsoft To Do: Task management
• Planner: Simple task planning and tracking
• Loop Collaborative components across M365
• Bookings Online appointment scheduling
• Power Automate Workflow automation
• Power Apps Low-code app development
• Power BI Business analytics
• Stream Video sharing within the organization
• Forms Survey and form creation
• Clipchamp Online video editor

Is M365 Free?

Microsoft 365 offers limited free access to its web and mobile apps for personal use via a Microsoft account. This includes basic versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook accessible via the browser at office.com.

However, full features and premium access—including the desktop apps, advanced collaboration, security, and compliance features—require a paid subscription, typically included in:

• Microsoft 365 Personal or Family
• Microsoft 365 Business Basic, Standard, Premium
• Office 365 E1, E3, E5 for enterprises
• Microsoft 365 A1, A3, A5 for education

Key Features of M365

• Cross-Platform Access: Use apps on desktop, web, or mobile.
• Real-Time Collaboration: Work together on documents via Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Cloud Storage: Access files securely from anywhere via OneDrive.
• Communication & Meetings: Use Microsoft Teams for chats, meetings, and webinars.
• Security & Compliance: Built-in data loss prevention, encryption, and Microsoft Defender features.
• App Integration: Seamless interaction with Microsoft Graph, Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and third-party tools.
• AI-Powered Tools: Access smart features like Editor, Designer, and Microsoft 365 Copilot.

How to Access M365?

You can access Microsoft 365 in several ways:

1. Using a Browser:
• Go to https://www.office.com or https://www.microsoft365.com
• Sign in with your Microsoft account (personal or work)
2. Using the App Launcher:
• Click the “nine dots” (app launcher) icon from within any Microsoft 365 service
• Choose from apps like Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.
3. Through Desktop & Mobile Apps:
• Install Microsoft 365 apps from Microsoft Store or App Store / Google Play
• Log in using your subscription account to unlock full features
4. Via Microsoft Graph Explorer (for developers and admins):
• Use Graph Explorer to interact with M365 data via API

Step by step instructions for Microsoft 365 E5 Developer Program sign up

Summary

Key Point	Details
Product Name	Microsoft 365
Purpose	Cloud-based productivity and collaboration suite
Included In	Personal, Family, Business Basic/Standard, Office 365 E1/E3/E5, Education (A1/A3/A5)
Free to Use?	Web and mobile apps are free with limitations; full features require a paid subscription
Access Method	office.com, Microsoft365.com, desktop and mobile apps, Graph Explorer
Integrates With	Outlook, Teams, Exchange, OneDrive, SharePoint, Microsoft Graph