What Is a Drop Box?
Dropbox is a free program that allows users to easily sync personal files between computers. It works on all operating systems and requires an Internet connection.
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History
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Dropbox was released in September 2008 and has contributed to a surge in Web-based backup solutions.
Features
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Dropbox features a desktop application that can be used to upload and download files as well as a Web interface. Is uses the Amazon S3 storage system.
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Size
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A free Dropbox account includes 2 gigabytes of storage. This can be upgraded to 50 or 100 gigabytes for $9.99 or $19.99 per month, respectively, at October 2009 pricing.
Benefits
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Dropbox allows users to keep files synced regardless of what computer they are using. It can also be used to sync Internet bookmarks or other configuration files.
Considerations
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The Web interface can handle a maximum of 350 gigabytes for a single file, but there is no limit when using the desktop application.
Speed
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Since Dropbox uses the Amazon S3 system, it is able to transfer files quickly and without lag.
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