OWA 2007

Outlook Web Access

Exchange 2007 contains a new and improved version of OWA. Outlook Web Access, using Windows Internet Explorer 6.0 and newer versions, has a new user interface called the Premium Client. This new interface is similar in features and functionality to the UI of the full Outlook 2007 product. The Outlook Web Access UI now includes these added features:

• New logon page: Simplifies the choosing process of which Outlook Web Access client version should be used, Premium or Light.
  Flexible Message Views: We can select how the message list is displayed, the position of the Reading Pane, and configure multiple grouping and sorting options.
  Improved Notifications: Reminders and new mail notifications appear within the Outlook Web Access window and can be accessed through the use of a drop down menu in the toolbar.
  Scheduling Assistant: The Scheduling Assistant is very helpful to schedule meetings with co-workers.
  File Share Access: Access documents and document libraries on Windows SharePoint Services and Windows file shares through Outlook Web Access, with an ISA server configuration (Without VPN!)
  Voice Mail Options: If the Unified Messaging server role is installed in the organization, we can use Outlook Web Access to manage the voice mail options; configure the telephone access options or reset the voice mail password.
• Auto-complete: e-mail address selection
• More right-click properties
• Completely redesigned calendar with "smart" scheduling for appointments
• Out of Office Assistant that can expire after a certain amount of time
• Search all folders and items
• Access to Global Address Lists properties sheets within an e-mail message or meeting request; message sensitivity settings on the information bar;
• Calendaring: forward/reply to meeting requests, ability to launch the calendar in its own window from a meeting request, which provides the ability to evaluate and schedule meeting request at the same time.