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Comprehensive SharePoint Glossary

Welcome to the comprehensive SharePoint glossary. This resource is designed to help you understand the various terms and concepts associated with SharePoint, a powerful platform used for collaboration, document management, and business processes. Whether you are new to SharePoint or looking to deepen your existing knowledge, this glossary provides clear and detailed explanations to guide you through the complexities of the platform.

Differences Between Microsoft 365 and Office 365

In today’s digital landscape, productivity tools are crucial for businesses and individuals alike. Two names that often come up in conversations about office suites are Microsoft 365 and Office 365. But what exactly are these tools, and how do they differ? Understanding the distinctions between Microsoft 365 and Office 365 can help you choose the best solution for your needs.

Comprehensive Guide to Increasing SharePoint Online Storage

SharePoint Online is a powerful collaboration tool within Office 365 that enables teams to share and manage content, knowledge, and applications to empower teamwork, quickly find information, and seamlessly collaborate across the organisation. Despite its capabilities, SharePoint Online comes with storage limitations that can pose significant challenges as your organisation grows. Limited storage space can hinder productivity and lead to increased costs.

How to see the size of your SharePoint Document Libraries

Managing document libraries in SharePoint can become a daunting task, especially when dealing with large amounts of data. Luckily, SmiKar’s SharePoint Storage Explorer (SSE) offers a simple and efficient way to generate comprehensive reports on your document libraries. In this post, we’ll walk you through the process of using SharePoint Storage Explorer to list the sizes of all document libraries, including the file count.

Office 365 E3 vs Office 365 E5

In today’s fast-paced business environment, cloud-based productivity solutions have become essential tools for organizations of all sizes. These platforms offer a range of benefits, including improved collaboration, enhanced accessibility, and reduced IT overhead. At the forefront of this digital transformation is Microsoft 365, a comprehensive suite of productivity applications and services designed to empower businesses in the modern workplace.

Comparing Manual vs. Automated Archiving Processes in SharePoint Online

In today’s digital age, efficient document management is crucial for organisations to maintain productivity, ensure compliance, and manage storage costs. SharePoint Online, a popular platform for document management, offers robust archiving capabilities to help organisations handle their growing data. However, the approach to archiving can significantly impact efficiency and costs.

Document Library Reporting

In today’s data-driven world, efficient document management is crucial for organizational success. Document library reporting helps track and analyze the usage, storage, and compliance of documents within SharePoint Online. To streamline this process, tools like SharePoint Storage Explorer offer comprehensive solutions that enhance your reporting capabilities.

Mastering Version Control in SharePoint

In today’s fast-paced work environment, effective document collaboration is crucial for productivity and success. Teams often work simultaneously on projects, requiring seamless communication and coordination to ensure everyone is on the same page. However, managing multiple versions of documents can become a daunting task, leading to potential confusion and errors. Imagine working on an important document only to discover conflicting versions and lost edits.

How to use SharePoint Powershell

The SharePoint Online Management Shell (SPO Management Shell) is an indispensable tool for administrators seeking to harness the full potential of SharePoint Online. Unlike the standard user interface, the SPO Management Shell offers advanced users granular control over their SharePoint environments. Whether you’re managing a complex network of sites or automating routine tasks, the SPO Management Shell provides the flexibility and power to streamline your operations.

Mastering SharePoint Document Archiving

In today’s digital age, businesses and organizations increasingly rely on SharePoint to manage their vast amounts of data and documents. However, this reliance often leads to an inevitable challenge: the overflow of document libraries. When left unchecked, these libraries can become overwhelming, cluttered, and inefficient, hampering productivity and making it difficult to locate crucial information.