SharePoint

SharePoint is a Microsoft product used to build intranets and shared workspaces. The stored description lists application and desktop sharing, annotation tools, instant messaging, web slides and whiteboards.

What SharePoint offers

• Intranet sites — internal sites where a company shares information.
• Desktop and application sharing — show a screen or program to others.
• Annotation tools — mark up shared material.
• Instant messaging — chat between colleagues.
• Whiteboards — shared drawing space for ideas.

Who it works with

It is meant for organisations whose staff need a common place to share documents and work together, whether in the same office or apart.

Key facts

• Maker: Microsoft
• Category: Intranet software
• Related apps: OneDrive and Teams