Microsoft Teams is an essential tool for modern workplaces or educational institutions that helps in managing team meetings, schedule classes, collaborate with colleagues, and more. As a Linux user, you might wonder if you can use Microsoft Teams on your system without switching to Windows. The good news is you can! In this guide, we will show you how to install Microsoft Teams on Debian, Arch Linux, Fedora, and CentOS distributions.
Installing Microsoft Teams on Linux
Microsoft has now officially released Teams for Linux. So, the users do not need to use any third-party software or compatibility layers to run the application. You can start by visiting the Teams website and downloading the latest package for your Linux distribution.
Depending on the Linux distribution you are using, you should download the suitable installer. The Arch Linux install process is slightly different as Microsoft supports Teams only on Debian and RHEL-based Linux systems.
Installing on Ubuntu/Debian
To install the DEB package on Debian or Ubuntu, navigate to the Downloads folder via the terminal. Then use the command ‘sudo dpkg -i teams-*.deb’ to install the package. You can also install the package using the GUI by double-clicking on the file to open the installer.
Installing on Arch Linux
Arch Linux users can install Teams through AUR or MS Teams Git repository. They can download Teams using the command ‘yay -S teams’ after installing yay AUR helper. Alternatively, they can download it directly from AUR repository using the command ‘git clone https://aur.archlinux.org/teams.git’.
Installing on Fedora, CentOS, and RHEL
To install Microsoft Teams on RHEL-based systems like Fedora and CentOS, download the RPM package from the Teams website. Open the terminal and navigate to the Downloads folder. Use the command ‘sudo rpm -i teams-*.rpm’ to install the package.
Installing Alternatives
In case you don’t wish to install Microsoft Teams, you can still access it via your browser. Log in to your account on the Microsoft Teams website, and you can access all its features.
Using Microsoft Teams
Once you have installed Teams on your system, open it from the Applications menu or use the keyboard shortcut Alt + F2.
Log in using your Microsoft Teams account credentials. Then you will be redirected to the Teams dashboard, where you can access the different features of the application:
- The Activity tab will show you the latest activities of your teams.
- The Chat option will let you keep track of your messages and groups.
- The Teams section allows you to view and access the teams you are a part of.
- The Assignments tab keeps track of your assignments.
- The Calendar option displays the scheduled meetings.
- The Calls section is for making voice or video calls.
- The Files section will display uploaded documents and media.
Final Thoughts
Microsoft Teams is a powerful tool for seamless communication between teams. With the above guide, you can easily install Microsoft Teams on your Linux system. If you face any issues during the installation or have any questions, you can leave them in the contact forum section. If this guide helped you, don’t hesitate to share it with your friends and family.
FAQs
Can I install Microsoft Teams on any Linux distribution?
Microsoft Teams is supported officially on Debian, Arch Linux, Fedora, and CentOS distributions. However, some third-party compatibility layers can help you run Teams on other distributions too.
Can I use Microsoft Teams on Linux without installing it?
Yes, Microsoft Teams can be accessed via your browser on Linux. You can log in to your account on the Teams website and access it from there.
