Windows Server usually sits behind directory services, file shares, line-of-business applications, virtual machines, database workloads, and the storage everything else backs up to. When that host fails, rebuilding it by hand is slower and riskier than restoring from a tested backup.
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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. Case studies, reports, and 2023–2025 evaluations show automated backups save 30% via efficiency, faster restores, and optimized resources. 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
Does the system apply the retention policy per domain or per tenant?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.
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 make around Microsoft 365 data protection.
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How to Sell Microsoft 365 Backup Services
Because Microsoft 365 (formerly Office 365) is a cloud-based SaaS platform, it’s easy for customers to assume that the data they create or store on it is always safe. Of course, MSPs know that that is not the case; there are a variety of ways in which data can be lost in a Microsoft 365 environment, which is why managed backup services for the platform can be a profitable offering for an MSP business. Continue reading
Exchange Online vs. Exchange On-Premises
For any enterprise, connectivity and communication are of high importance. As a renowned name in the IT arena, Microsoft’s Exchange has remained a leading choice for businesses looking for a complete messaging platform. Continue reading
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