The Lync 2013 client experience is not an option for Skype for Business 2016 client versions. For more information about configuring the client experience, see Configure the client experience with Skype for Business and Desktop client feature comparison for Skype for Business. Administrators choose the preferred experience by using the Set-CsClientPolicy cmdlet with the EnableSkypeUI parameter. The default user experience depends on which version of the server you're using. The inclusion of both experiences allows enterprises to manage change for their users by controlling the process and timing of the new client roll-out. Skype for Business includes the new user experience described above and the Lync 2013 user experience released previously. Fewer menus and a flatter task hierarchy make it easy for users to quickly find the controls and commands they need. The Skype for Business client looks very similar to the consumer version of Skype and uses the same buttons and icons. Deployment and management of hybrid solutions.New features in Skype for Business Server 2015 include improvements to: In addition to the new client experience, Skype for Business Server 2015 provides several new features to improve manageability of on-premises servers and hybrid solutions. If users in your organization are coming to Skype for Business from Lync, they'll recognize all of the features they already use but in a fresh new interface with simplified controls and new additions. If users in your organization are already familiar with Skype, they'll appreciate the power and simplicity of Skype for Business where it's easy to find and connect with co-workers. Skype for Business provides a new client experience, a new server release, and updates to the service in Microsoft 365 or Office 365. Skype for Business offers features including presence, IM, voice and video calls, and online meetings. Lync is now Skype for Business, a communications and collaboration platform that brings together an experience inspired by Skype with the enterprise-grade security, compliance, and control of Lync. For detailed information about the new client experience, see Lync is now Skype for Business - see what's new. Summary: Read this topic to learn about new features in Skype for Business Server 2015.