If you use OCS (Office Communication Server) on premise you know the power of instant communication with full integration with the Microsoft stack (SharePoint, Exchange and Office on the desktop).  Microsoft Online Services has OCS as an available option and it is included in the BPOS package.  To enable OCS you need to log into the administration center (http://www.admin.microsoftonline.com) and then click on the services tab.  After that you just click the link in the top navigation to Office Communications Online and then click the enable tab.  Check out the BPOS tutorial screencast on just this process below.

If you're considering examing the Business Productivity Online Suite (BPOS) from Microsoft Online Service (MOS) the first place to start is with a trial of the service.  It is easy with only a few steps need to get started.  Three helpful points when considering starting a MOS / BPOS trial are:

1. The MOS / BPOS trial will not impact your production environment.
2. There is no cost, risk, obligation or credit card required.
3. You do not need your own domain name.

The main requirement is a Live ID, and we recommend creating a new one just for the trial.  Use the helpful "sign up link" when you click through to the screen below (click the image if you like).   

So create your new Live ID sign up for a BPOS trial today!