What benefits does not copying data into Salesforce provide when using Lightning Connect?

When using Lightning Connect, one significant benefit is the elimination of data duplication risks. This is because Lightning Connect utilizes external data sources directly, allowing Salesforce to access and display information without actually importing it into the Salesforce environment. By doing so, organizations can avoid duplicate entries that often arise when data is stored in multiple locations. This seamless integration ensures that users are always working with the most current and accurate information from the external source, which enhances data integrity and consistency across the systems.

Other options highlight potential downfalls or limitations that aren't directly aligned with the benefits of avoiding data duplication. For instance, increased storage costs typically arise from having too much data stored within Salesforce, which is not applicable in this scenario since the data is not being copied into Salesforce. Limited data access may pertain to conditions where external data visibility is controlled, but it does not inherently relate to the advantage of maintaining a singular data source. Likewise, while more manual processing could occur if users are required to manage connections or reports, it doesn’t reflect the core benefit of data integrity and duplication prevention offered by Lightning Connect. Thus, the primary advantage of not copying data into Salesforce through Lightning Connect is about maintaining clean, non-redundant datasets.