Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365 v8.1 includes several key updates designed to enhance performance, security, and flexibility. The new version improves the backup process for Microsoft 365 environments, which simplifies data protection for critical services such as Exchange Online, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Microsoft Teams.

One of the distinctive features of v8.1 is the new proxy pooling functionality. Proxy pools distribute backup processing across multiple proxies, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced backup time. This feature is particularly useful in large environments as it enables more efficient processing of backup jobs, thereby eliminating bottlenecks and enhancing overall performance.

With the addition of Linux-based backup proxies, developers have provided greater flexibility in choosing infrastructure. Linux machines can now serve as backup proxy servers, allowing organizations to integrate different operating systems into their backup architecture and further optimize their environments for scalability and cost-effectiveness.

Security is always a top priority, and in v8.1, it has been strengthened with the inclusion of multi-factor authentication (MFA). This additional level of protection ensures that only authorized users can access the Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365 console. As more organizations face cybersecurity threats, this update is crucial for ensuring the security of confidential backup data.

In Veeam Backup for M365 v8.1, backup options for Microsoft Teams have been expanded to include both private and public channels. This guarantees the protection of Teams data, both in private conversations and in shared workspaces.

The v8.1 version also switches its backend database from SQLite to PostgreSQL. This change offers enhanced performance, scalability, and reliability, particularly in large-scale environments. As organizations continue to scale their backup operations, this transition will help ensure solutions meet growing data needs.

It is also worth noting that there are several key points to consider when upgrading to Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365 v8.1:

• • The requirement for modern authentication. Due to Microsoft's abandonment of basic authentication, new Microsoft 365 users added to Veeam Backup for M365 v8.1 will need to use advanced authentication. It is important to plan this transition and ensure that the company's environment is configured accordingly to avoid service interruptions.
• • Update process. Veeam Upgrade Master provides a smooth transition to version 8.1. During the update process, it is necessary to configure a new instance of PostgreSQL and a pool of proxy servers to optimize the backup infrastructure. Proper planning will ensure a smooth upgrade with minimal downtime.

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