<p>Microsoft is talking about its upgraded Lync unified communications platform, revealing client support for more devices, server features for better meetings and collaboration as well as integration with the peer-to-peer voice and video service Skype.</p><p>While it is clearly a good UC choice for customers with needs that align with Lync's strengths, it's not yet a platform that can jump in readily to replace traditional PBXs in environments heavily reliant on traditional desktop phones, experts say.</p><p>BACKGROUND: Microsoft Lync: What you need to know</p><p>USE CASE: Microsoft delivers missing Lync for telemed project</p><p><a href="http://www.networkworld.com/news/2012/100312-microsoft-unified-communications-263024.html?hpg1=bn">Keep reading...</a></p>