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Salesforce Connect is most recommended when:

1. You have a large amount of data that needs copying into Salesforce

2. Real-time access to current data is necessary

3. You require access to small amounts of data

4. You require large data access without copying

The correct answer is: Real-time access to current data is necessary

Salesforce Connect is particularly invaluable when real-time access to current data is required. This tool allows organizations to integrate external data sources directly into Salesforce without needing to copy data into the Salesforce environment. By maintaining a real-time link to external systems, Salesforce Connect enables users to interact with and browse data as if it were native to Salesforce, ensuring that they always have the most up-to-date information available at their fingertips. This capability is essential for scenarios where the freshness of the data is critical, as it eliminates the potential delays and errors that can come from periodically loading or syncing data. It allows organizations to operate efficiently and make informed decisions based on the latest data, thereby enhancing overall productivity and effectiveness. The other options suggest situations that don't fully leverage the strengths of Salesforce Connect. Copying large amounts of data into Salesforce would not be ideal since Salesforce Connect is designed to offer a live link rather than a data import. Accessing small amounts of data also does not necessitate real-time access if data remains relatively static. Furthermore, while Salesforce Connect allows for large data access without copying, the primary recommendation hinges on the immediate availability of current data, thus making real-time access the most defining feature for scenarios where Salesforce Connect is recommended.