The classic version of Google Hangouts is a communication platform that includes messaging, voice, VoIP, and video call capabilities. It was part of Google’s G Suite offering and integrated with applications such as Gmail and Google+. Users of the classic version of Hangouts will be migrated to the new Hangouts Chat collaboration tool, and Google continues to support conferencing via the new Hangouts Meet.
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Skype for Business, now part of Microsoft Teams
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Skype for Business was an online messaging and conferencing tool, now superseded by Microsoft Teams.
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Google Hangouts (Classic)
Skype for Business, now part of Microsoft Teams
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Skype for Business, now part of Microsoft Teams
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Google Hangouts (Classic)
Skype for Business, now part of Microsoft Teams
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Chose Google Hangouts (Classic)
The cost-benefit ratio has no point of comparison between one and another. At the time of evaluation, Skype (free account) of course was very limited compared to almost any other service paid account, and Skype for Business was too expensive for the benefits and/or tools it …
well, google hangouts classic doesn't stack up that well when compared to either Skype or Teams, as it lacks advanced features. But the fact that it nearly costs anything to get it set up & running in no time is a positive point for the platform. I'm pretty sure that Hangouts …
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Chose Google Hangouts (Classic)
Google is the white cotton socks of the conferencing world. It’s a great ad-hoc tool, but not too much more. If you are not looking to spend money or operate completely on WiFi (without data charges), it’s a great free option as well. The benefit of being free and open is also …
Google hangouts (Classic), is a instant message solution with not much more to add, it lacks the screen sharing features, the broad app integration, and the video and audio conferencing of this software. As a basic instant messaging communication tool it does what it promises …
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Chose Google Hangouts (Classic)
An obvious advatange of Google Hangouts is that it does not require any installation which allows me to use it in any laptop, any device. Unlike other software that requires installation and forcing an IT guy to physically install it on my device. The software is also VPN …
It is available for free to use for personal. Easy to use. Syncs with gmail. Maintains history. Group chat and also video call are available. Helps to stay in touch with a group of friends. Fun app to use and have on your smartphone. Privacy can be improved further. We can also …
As mentioned previously, the Microsoft products are much better for working within Active Directory, and especially when on the local network. However, Hangouts is a nice, quick and easy option for communicating from anywhere, and outside of that structure, so it's better for …
I actually prefer Google Hangouts over Skype or what was formally known as Microsoft Lync. Although they both offer similar features, I believe Hangouts has a nicer app design an interface. The only area that Skype wins out is by having a dedicated desktop app.
Favorable across the board. Skype's user interface and user experience are atrocious across the board. The software is not good at all on any platform. Google hangouts works simply in a web browser (though I'd like a better mobile web experience, not just a "download our app …
Google Hangouts is free, fast, reliable and easy to use, the reason why Google Hangouts has a huge benefit against other competitors is that it's free and all the contacts within Google account are synced automatically. Google Hangouts has HD video calls and connections are …
Google Hangouts is my favorite tool for video and audio. I like Slack for messaging because it can handle very large groups and makes many channels and group messages easy to manage. Google Hangouts is very easy to use because most people have a Google Account. No need to teach …
Google Hangouts undercuts almost everyone on pricing, and has a solid feature set. In particular, it is enhanced when using with a Google Voice number. In this instance it makes outgoing calls to "real" phones trivially easy. It's great for on-the-fly use, too.
Overall Google stacks up well when it comes to the other products. Google Hangouts was selected only because other coworkers suggested it and everyone used it as an effective means to communicate and keep all contact done in a professional setting while keeping personal …
Chose Skype for Business, now part of Microsoft Teams
Its been quite a while since I have used Chatter, but at the time, I don't believe it was very user friendly and the ability to present and share content was not yet integrated. Google Hangouts is also a strong product, however, the UI functionality is not as intuitive as Skype …
Chose Skype for Business, now part of Microsoft Teams
As a freelancer, I used Google Hangouts to chat, video conference and collaborate with my clients. In my current full-time role, Skype for Business was already in place, so there wasn't much of a decision for me to make. However, I do miss the ability to actively collaborate on …
Chose Skype for Business, now part of Microsoft Teams
HipChat is more a 1 to 1 chat and is not a proper contender but Google Hangouts has pretty all we need and at the moment has taken Skype for Business' place. It's free and is even more widespread than Skype. You need just Google Chrome.
Chose Skype for Business, now part of Microsoft Teams
Call quality, audio and connection are all superior. I suppose Google Hangouts has better social integration as well as calendar integration. But that might be because I prefer Gmail to Outlook.
Chose Skype for Business, now part of Microsoft Teams
Skype for Business works, but it's not as user-friendly or stable as normal Skype. One difficulty with Skype for Business is that the features aren't always implementable. Skype for Business is more stable than Google Hangouts. It doesn't have as many features as WebEx, but it …
Chose Skype for Business, now part of Microsoft Teams
I really prefer Google Hangouts, but some clients only use Microsoft Software. I use Skype for business to communicate with them as an alternative, but if I could, I would choose Hangouts, as I'm more used to that tool and feel it's much more intuitive and works better in cases …
Chose Skype for Business, now part of Microsoft Teams
I personally like to use Slack for quick meetings with my colleagues. It feels intuitive, fast, and has good screen-sharing functionality. Google Hangouts is another similar tool that I have used. It has worked well and I have not had any problems with it.
Chose Skype for Business, now part of Microsoft Teams
Easier integration than some, but unlike Google Hangouts, it is not free. We chose Skype for Business because of the easier integration and simplified licensing when bundled with Office365.
Chose Skype for Business, now part of Microsoft Teams
Skype enables me to have a conversation with people worldwide via calls or messaging, which is extremely convenient. We can share our work or presentation during the call by sending files, images, and even screen sharing. As a result of its superior video and audio quality, …
Chose Skype for Business, now part of Microsoft Teams
Select Skype for business because it is a program that offers better video call tools because it contains work options that allow a clearer image of the video, more coincidence between audio and video. Skype for business offers a more innovative and creative interface tailored …
Chose Skype for Business, now part of Microsoft Teams
I have used Google Hangouts previously, and I believe that Skype is a better service. It is intertwined with the calendar. Also, when installing it as part of the Office 365 package, it is only a second install. I also like how it saves the messages within Outlook. Skype for …
Chose Skype for Business, now part of Microsoft Teams
Skype for business and Jabber - The solutions are very similar, but I think that as a user of both, skype offers a more intuitive approach on the communication process, facilitating the learning curve. The integration offered by skype, with Microsoft's productivity tools is …