Microsoft 365 offers native data retention options for Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Teams, and Groups, but these are not true backups. Native retention policies primarily focus on data lifecycle management with limits on retention duration, flexibility, and recovery capabilities. For example, retention policies can keep content indefinitely or delete it after a set period, but they do not provide comprehensive, point-in-time backup or easy restore options. Additionally, native retention is subject to policy limits and does not protect against accidental deletion, ransomware, or complex recovery needs, making third-party backup solutions like Cohesity essential for robust Microsoft 365 data protection.

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