Overview

OneDrive is an internet-based storage platform. Similar to the idea of a hard drive that is stored online. Key features are listed below, as well as how to use OneDrive online and on your computer.

Collaboration

Through OneDrive on the Office 365 Portal you can share folders or files with other users.
You can also edit any Office file (word, powerpoint, excel) online without having to install Office.
If you share an Office file with someone, you can both edit the same document in real-time together.

Backup Storage

The OneDrive policy implemented by IT will backup a majority of your user profile data on your computer.
Once you save a document, the file will auto-sync to OneDrive, creating an instantaneous backup. (as long as you are connected to the internet)
As long as you put your data into the OneDrive folder you will have a backup in the cloud in case your computer breaks.
OneDrive Storage is limited to 100GB for UNW users (by policy). Team SharePoint sites offer additional storage and can be used to get around this limit. If you believe you need to store more than 100GB of data in your personal OneDrive, please submit a ticket to IT asking for an exemption.

Accessibility

Data stored in the cloud is accessible and editable from any computer as long as it has a internet connection and your login credentials.
Only you have access to the data you store on OneDrive, unless you share the data with someone else.
This storage option is much easier than accessing the H drive, which requires a VPN connection and knowledge of mapping a network drive.