| Can it be used for University business? |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
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| Complies with University security requirements? |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
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| Storage |
5TB |
2GB |
5GB |
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| Data location |
UK datacentres |
University premises |
Worldwide |
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Authentication
(how to log in)
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Single sign-on (SSO) |
Single sign-on (SSO)
(internal University card holders only)
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Personal Microsoft account |
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| File sharing |
Anyone |
Internal University card holders only |
Anyone |
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| Support |
IT Services / Local IT Support Staff |
IT Services / Local IT Support Staff |
Microsoft |
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| Data access/ Account expiry |
Access is in line with your card status. See Finishing IT Use - Nexus365 Account |
Account expires as soon as you leave the University.
IT back up access for further 60 days. |
Perpetual unless account removed by owner. |
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| Key advantages |
Integrated part of University Office365.
Supported by the University |
On-premise, suitable for any University data.
Allows you to use SharePoint libraries and lists within your OneDrive space (such as shared calendars, custom lists etc). |
As this is tied to your personal account, the space stays with you as long as your account stays active. |
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| Disadvantages |
Not suitable for data that is required to be stored on premise.
Individuals are responsible for moving their data they want to keep out before they leave.
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Small (2GB) storage space.
No file sharing with external users.
Individuals are responsible for moving their data they want to keep out before they leave. |
Not to be used for University business.
No University support.
Can share content anonymously but not necessarily securely. |
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