Dropbox - Backups and Sharing
If you work with several computers it can be hard to keep track of what files you have where or which thumbdrive has that important document. I was able to eliminate most of these problems using the Dropbox service. The service allows me to keep all the files in a single folder, in sync across multiple devices from my computer to my phone. If I don't have them handy, a quick visit to their website gives me access to all my files so the question isn't do I have that file, it's which file did you want?
Pros
- Free 2GB of storage, expandable to 6GB if you refer others.
- Automatically saves all files to your online account.
- Your files are safe should your computer crash.
- Automatic file sync between several computers.
- Easily share a file or folder with others.
- Saves versions of every file so you can undo changes to a file whenever you want.
- Saves files that have been deleted so you can undelete if need be.
- Mobile friendly website and free iPhone application (other phone apps coming).
- Easy to use software and website.
- Easy to use public photo gallery.
Cons
- Limited space options (Free, 50GB, and 100GB).
- Shared folder count against all users quotas (for now).
- Version history limited to 30 days without "Pack-Rat".
- Multi-user/Business plans (for now).
Compatibility
- Windows: XP, Vista, and 7 (32-bit and 64-bit)
- Mac: OS X Tiger (10.4) or later
- Linux: Ubuntu 7.10+ and Fedora Core 9+
Download
Visit the Dropbox website to create an account and get started.
Recomendation
I highly recommend you give this service a try if you shift between several computers and/or devices. It's hard to go wrong with a 2GB free account to get you started. If you need even more space they offer a 50GB option for $10/month or $99/year. With the Pro accounts you are able to earn up to 6GB of additional space instead of the 4GB with the free account. Talk about sweet!