In this episode of Restore it All, our hosts Curtis and Prasanna delve deep into the recent significant developments in the world of data backups, with a special spotlight on Microsoft 365's about-face on native user backups. They dissect Microsoft's sudden realization of its potential revenue streams and the ramifications of its new direction.

The duo also discusses the intricacies of Microsoft's new backup APIs, sharing insights into the former approaches and the strategic changes aimed at enhancing backup efficiency. They traverse the landscapes of various vendors like AWS and Salesforce, drawing parallels and noting divergences in their backup strategies.

Tune in as Curtis and Prasanna ponder the pros and cons of entrusting your backup with the same vendor, emphasizing the importance of not putting all eggs in one basket. The episode beckons listeners to contemplate crucial questions concerning data storage, protection, and ransomware attacks, urging for a meticulous evaluation of Microsoft's new offerings.

As they navigate these shifts, the hosts can't help but say, "I told you so," emphasizing the dire need for backing up SaaS services. The conversation leaves listeners with pertinent questions and considerations, beckoning them to anticipate the forthcoming nuances in backup offerings from giants like Microsoft and Salesforce.

Join us for an episode packed with expert analysis, predictions, and a little bit of gloating, as the world of data backup takes a turn no one saw coming but was perhaps desperately needed.