OneDrive is a cloud-based file hosting service operated by Microsoft. It allows registered users to store, share, and sync their files, and works as the storage backend of the web version of Microsoft 365/Office. OneDrive offers 5 GB of storage space free of charge, with additional storage options available either separately or with Microsoft 365 subscriptions. The OneDrive client app adds file synchronization and cloud backup features to its device, and is available for various platforms including Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Xbox 360, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X and S. OneDrive is integrated into Windows 8.1 and later, Microsoft Office 2010 and later, as well as the Office and Photos hub in Windows Phone, enabling users to access documents, photos, and videos stored on their OneDrive account.
OneDrive for work or school is online storage for your work or school organization, and is managed by the company. It allows you to share and collaborate on business documents with others, and is integrated with Microsoft 365, Viva, and Power Platform. OneDrive for home is online personal storage that you get when you set up a Microsoft account to use services such as Outlook.com or Xbox. It allows you to save documents, photos, and other files in the cloud, share them with friends, and even collaborate on content.
Some key features of OneDrive include:
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Storage: OneDrive offers various storage options, including 5 GB of free storage, with additional storage options available either separately or with Microsoft 365 subscriptions.
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File synchronization: The OneDrive client app adds file synchronization and cloud backup features to its device, and is available for various platforms including Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Xbox 360, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X and S.
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Integration: OneDrive is integrated into Windows 8.1 and later, Microsoft Office 2010 and later, as well as the Office and Photos hub in Windows Phone, enabling users to access documents, photos, and videos stored on their OneDrive account.
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Collaboration: OneDrive allows you to share and collaborate on business documents with others, and is integrated with Microsoft 365, Viva, and Power Platform. You can also share files or folders that are stored in OneDrive by sending or posting a link to the file or folder to whomever you want.
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Backup and recovery: OneDrive detects ransomware or malicious attacks, and you can easily recover your files from attacks or accidents.
In summary, OneDrive is a cloud-based file hosting service operated by Microsoft that allows users to store, share, and sync their files. It offers various storage options, file synchronization, integra...
