Microsoft Copilot is an innovative AI (Artificial Intelligence)-driven tool that harnesses the power of machine learning and natural language processing. Its purpose is to enhance productivity, inspire creativity, and elevate collaboration within the Microsoft ecosystem. Beyond mere assistance, Copilot offers intelligent suggestions, valuable insights, and it automates repetitive tasks. Copilot can save educators, staff, and higher education students time to focus on what matters most. Copilot uses the latest AI models like GPT-4 and DALL-E 3, and answers are based on today’s information with sources for where the content is coming from.
What are the different versions of Microsoft Copilot?
Copilot on the Web: Your web browser is supercharged with AI
- Purpose: Formerly known as Bing Chat Enterprise, Copilot with enterprise data protection transforms your browsing experience by suggesting relevant content, streamlining research, and improving productivity. While Copilot is native to the Microsoft Edge browser, it can be accessed in various other browsers through the actual website (copilot.cloud.microsoft) or browser extensions, no matter your operating system. Instructions on how to access.
- Features: Context-aware web browsing, content recommendations, and streamlined workflows.
- Availability: Currently available for FAU faculty, staff, and students.
Copilot thru the Microsoft 365 Mobile App: Get things done, anywhere
- Purpose: Copilot can be accessed on mobile devices, so wherever you go, you can access AI-powered web chats to help you be more productive and creative.
- Features: Creativity on the go. One click designs and ideas.
- Availability: Through the Microsoft 365 mobile app for FAU signed-in users. Microsoft 365 application is available for iOS and Android for FAU faculty, staff, and students. When prompted select to "Pin" Copilot to your apps for quick access. You will then have the copilot icon appear at the bottom of your mobile menu. If you do not see the Copilot in the bottom menu, click on your account icon in the top left corner to bring out the side menu. You should see Microsoft Copilot as an option to Pin.
Copilot for M365: Seamless integration of AI within the O365 suite of applications
- Purpose: Microsoft 365 Copilot is designed to enhance productivity by providing AI-powered assistance within various Microsoft apps such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and more. It streamlines workflows, automates repetitive tasks, and assists users in creating high-quality content.
- Features: Code suggestions, writing assistance, content generation and language support
- Availability: **Licenses for an additional fee. Currently in a pilot phase for a pre-selected group of FAU faculty and staff.