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TLDR: Microsoft Outlook is a personal information management software developed by Microsoft Corporation and first introduced in 1997 as part of the Microsoft Office suite. Known for its robust email capabilities, calendar integration, and contact management, it has become a staple in professional and personal communication.

Initially launched as an email client, Microsoft Outlook quickly expanded to include advanced features such as task management, note-taking, and scheduling. Its seamless integration with other Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, makes it a central tool for managing daily workflows.

A standout feature of Microsoft Outlook is its support for both POP3 and IMAP protocols, as well as Microsoft Exchange Server. This allows organizations to synchronize emails, calendars, and contacts across multiple devices, including Android, iOS, and desktop platforms. The addition of Outlook.com in 2012 expanded its accessibility as a cloud-based service.

The calendar functionality in Microsoft Outlook is particularly popular for its ability to schedule meetings, set reminders, and share availability with colleagues. These features are essential in corporate environments, where collaboration and time management are critical. Outlook also supports integration with third-party applications, extending its functionality further.

Security is a major focus for Microsoft Outlook, which includes features like email encryption, spam filtering, and phishing protection. These tools help safeguard user data while ensuring reliable communication. Microsoft regularly updates Outlook to comply with privacy regulations, such as the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) introduced in 2018.

Today, Microsoft Outlook is available in multiple formats, including desktop applications, web versions, and mobile apps. Its versatility and feature-rich design continue to make it a preferred choice for email and productivity management in both personal and professional settings.

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Snippet from Wikipedia: Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Outlook is a personal information manager software system from Microsoft, available as a part of the Microsoft 365 software suites. Primarily popular as an email client for businesses, Outlook also includes functions such as calendaring, task managing, contact managing, note-taking, journal logging, web browsing, and RSS news aggregation.

Individuals can use Outlook as a stand-alone application; organizations can deploy it as multi-user software (through Microsoft Exchange Server or SharePoint) for shared functions such as mailboxes, calendars, folders, data aggregation (i.e., SharePoint lists), and as appointment scheduling apps.

Other than the paid software on Windows and Mac desktops that this article talks about, the Outlook name also covers several other current software:

• Outlook on the web, formerly Outlook Web App, a web version of Microsoft Outlook, included in Microsoft 365, Exchange Server, and Exchange Online (domain outlook.office365.com)
• Outlook for Windows, a new, free Outlook application that is preloaded with Windows 11 from 2024
• Outlook Mobile, a mobile app version of Outlook
• Outlook.com, formerly Hotmail, a free personal email service offered by Microsoft alongside a webmail client (domain outlook.live.com)

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