Microsoft Lync vs OpenMeetings

Microsoft Lync — Microsoft Lync is a unified communications platform that combines IM, voice, video, and web conferencing into one interface. It allows for seamless communication and collaboration across devices.

OpenMeetings — OpenMeetings is a free and open-source video conferencing and collaboration platform that runs in a web browser. It allows users to host online meetings, webinars, share screens, chat, transmit video/

Microsoft Lync offers Instant messaging, Presence detection, Voice over IP (VoIP) telephony, Video conferencing, Desktop and application sharing, while OpenMeetings provides Video conferencing, Screen sharing, Chat, File sharing, Whiteboard.

Microsoft Lync stands out for Unified communications, Cross-platform availability, Integration with other Microsoft products; OpenMeetings is known for Free and open source, No software to install, Works in web browser.

Feature	Microsoft Lync	OpenMeetings
Overall Score	N/A	N/A
Primary Category	Social & Communications	Remote Work & Education
Pricing	N/A	Free

Product Overview

Microsoft Lync

Description: Microsoft Lync is a unified communications platform that combines IM, voice, video, and web conferencing into one interface. It allows for seamless communication and collaboration across devices.

OpenMeetings

Description: OpenMeetings is a free and open-source video conferencing and collaboration platform that runs in a web browser. It allows users to host online meetings, webinars, share screens, chat, transmit video/audio, share documents, and collaborate with others in real time.

Key Features Comparison

Microsoft Lync Features

• Instant messaging
• Presence detection
• Voice over IP (VoIP) telephony
• Video conferencing
• Desktop and application sharing
• Whiteboarding
• File transfers
• Call control and delegation
• Call forwarding
• Call transfer
• Call parking
• Remote desktop control
• Integrations with Microsoft Office apps

OpenMeetings Features

• Video conferencing
• Screen sharing
• Chat
• File sharing
• Whiteboard
• Recording meetings
• Polls and surveys
• Calendar integration
• User management
• Moderation tools
• Mobile support

Pros & Cons Analysis

Microsoft Lync

Pros

• Unified communications
• Cross-platform availability
• Integration with other Microsoft products
• Scalability
• Security features
• Mobile apps available
• Easy to use interface

Cons

• Can be expensive for large deployments
• Setup and configuration can be complex
• Requires training for some advanced features
• Limited customization options
• Dependency on Microsoft infrastructure

OpenMeetings

Pros

• Free and open source
• No software to install
• Works in web browser
• Good feature set
• Active development community

Cons

• Can be resource intensive
• Limited customization options
• Mobile apps lack some features
• Steep learning curve initially

Pricing Comparison

Microsoft Lync

• Not listed

OpenMeetings

• Free