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title: Importing Data into Microsoft Power BI
description: Load data into Microsoft Power BI with simple steps to connect sources, prepare datasets, and create accurate reports for better business insights.
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# [Importing Data into Microsoft Power BI](https://www.westerncomputer.com/resources/instructional-videos/q-a-series-how-do-i-load-data-into-microsoft-power-bi-3)

 Written by [Western Computer](https://www.westerncomputer.com/resources/instructional-videos/author/western-computer) | Feb 21, 2019 10:15:00 AM

This week's question: How do I load data into Microsoft Power BI? Answered by Dan Williams, Business Intelligence Specialist. 

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