Why use UWin Files?

UWin Files is an on-premise storage option designed specifically for University of Windsor faculty to securely store research data. 

  • Cost-effective, on-campus storage 

  • Ensures that faculty have reliable, secure, and flexible storage to support their research   

  • Provides an alternative storage option to reduce reliance on OneDrive and SharePoint storage 

  • Helps researchers meet new obligations on Research Data Management 

  • Works well for internal collaboration between researchers and their research teams (fellow UWindsor faculty members, students or research/lab assistants) as individuals with UWin Accounts can be granted access 

This table outlines the key differences in capacities, sharing capabilities and intended use for UWin Files, OneDrive, and SharePoint storage options. This comparison can help you decide when to use each storage platform and when it makes sense to move files from one storage option to the other. 

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