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Migrating File Server Files to Microsoft 365

Jul 10, 2024

Migrating File Server Files to Microsoft 365

Overview

  • Objective: Get rid of traditional file server and migrate file shares to Microsoft 365.

Traditional File Server

  • Traditional map drives (e.g., M Drive for marketing).
  • Features: Subfolders, files, drag-and-drop, copy-paste.

Microsoft 365 Migration

  • Uses Teams and syncs with OneDrive.
  • Interface: Similar to file server with folders and subfolders.
  • Example Folders: Finance, HR, Legal, Marketing, General (root folder specific to Teams).
  • Main Technology: SharePoint.
  • Access: Via Windows File Explorer; no web portal necessary.

Benefits

  • Enhanced features provided by having files in Microsoft 365.
  • Video demo available for detailed understanding.

Note:

  • For a fuller demonstration and detailed features, refer to the linked demo video.