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Microsoft 365 Backup Solution: Native vs third party backup software
In this article, we compare Microsoft’s built-in backup solution with third-party backup software alternatives, highlighting key differences in functionality, flexibility, and cost. Continue reading
How to prevent ransomware in Microsoft 365
Ransomware is one of the most dangerous and disruptive types of cyber threats we face today. Not only is it disruptive and costly for businesses, but it also causes massive disruption to the backbone of society. Here’s what happens and how to prevent ransomware in Microsoft 365 cloud.
MSP360 Backup for Microsoft 365 / Google Workspace 4.7
We’re excited to announce the release of MSP360 Backup for Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace 4.7 with new features and improvements designed to simplify recovery workflows, improve usability, and deliver a more responsive, efficient experience. This update introduces Point-in-time restore for SharePoint, OneDrive, Google Drive, and Shared Drives, retention policy warnings, cleaned-up email reports, Task Manager failure indicators, improved backup search, and smarter dashboard statistics. Continue reading
Backup Automation for Microsoft 365: How to cut M365 backup costs by 30%
This research report discusses the significant reduction in cost and the added data protection that Microsoft 365 backup solutions can bring to an organization through their automation. According to recent case studies, vendor reports, and analyst evaluations from 2023-2025, automated backup technologies provide a 30% savings as the result of better efficiency, faster restores, and more optimal resource utilization across the board. Continue reading
How proprietary backup storage requirements kill your ROI
In this article, you will learn why proprietary backup storage can be the silent killer in disaster recovery cost-effectiveness, and what you can do to avoid the pitfalls of inflexible backup storage.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Backup for Microsoft 365 / Google Workspace
Backup terminology can quickly become complex. Even experienced IT professionals sometimes find it challenging to distinguish between concepts like retention, redundancy, and true backup—especially within SaaS platforms like Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace.
At MSP360, we often speak with teams who are unsure what their current setup is actually protecting, what’s at risk, and how to configure backup in a way that meets both operational and compliance requirements.
To help clarify these issues, we’ve created an easy-to-use guide that outlines what to back up, how to avoid common gaps, and how to build a dependable backup strategy. Whether you’re refining an existing approach or building one from the ground up, this guide offers clear guidance every step of the way. Continue reading
Microsoft 365 / Google Workspace: SaaS Backup Gaps You Should Know
This article walks through the reasons why Microsoft 365 & Google Workspace does not equate to full data protection, then offers tips on how IT professionals can close the gap by deploying data backup and recovery software that supports all their components.
Top 6 Critical Mistakes in Microsoft 365 Data Protection
According to Veeam, 76% of companies have experienced data loss in the cloud, while half of companies believe that in the event of mass file deletion, it wouldn’t be possible to recover their data. These are the mistakes organizations around Microsoft 365 data protection.
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