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A small business with 10 employees is evaluating Microsoft 365. They primarily need cloud storage, file sharing, and basic online versions of Office apps like Word and Excel. They do not require desktop versions of Office applications or advanced security features. Which Microsoft 365 plan is the most cost-effective option for their needs?
- AMicrosoft 365 Business Standard
- BMicrosoft 365 Enterprise E3
- CMicrosoft 365 Business Basic
- DMicrosoft 365 Apps for business
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Correct answer: C. Microsoft 365 Business Basic
Microsoft 365 Business Basic provides cloud storage, file sharing, and online versions of Office apps, which aligns perfectly with the described needs without the added cost of desktop apps or advanced features.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. This plan includes desktop apps, which are not required, making it more expensive than necessary.
- B. This is an enterprise-level plan with many advanced features and a higher cost, far exceeding the needs of a small business.
- D. This plan primarily offers desktop Office apps and cloud storage, but lacks email and other collaboration features included in Business Basic.
Microsoft 365 Business Basic
A Microsoft 365 plan for small and medium-sized businesses that includes online versions of Office apps, cloud storage, email, and collaboration tools.
- Online versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
- Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams
- Max 300 users
- No desktop Office apps included
Memory trick: Small businesses need a 'Basic' understanding of cloud tools first.