Is SharePoint Sites the Same as the Department File Share (R Drive)?

Will a SharePoint Site replace my department's file share (R:drive)? 

No, SharePoint Sites are not meant to replace department file shares/R: drives. For more information on how to best use SharePoint Sites, review our SharePoint Sites Best Practices article. 

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