GetDropBox.Com - Secure backup, sync and sharing made easy
May 27, 2008 – 11:31 pm
I was blown away at this new web concept; if it works that is, Dropbox is going to revolutionize the industry of syncing files, and sharing them, as well as storing back up files to the web. Do you remember those commercials, where some guy is always saying “join us, and we’ll make it so that with your IP, you can access your computer from anywhere”? Dropbox has taken that idea to a whole new level. You can store files on the Internet with your Dropbox account, and then access them from any computer, anywhere in the world, –as long as it has net access, obviously. And there’s no mucking about with IP addresses, either. It’s just as easy as signing into any other online account.
Furthermore, are the file sharing options as well. Between friends, you can share not just one tiny file at a time, that has to be stuck to emails or IM’s as a transfer, or attachment. Dropbox allows you to share entire folders with friends, quickly, and efficiently, and right there on your or their desktop. Not only that, but Dropbox also keeps backup changes for deleted files, as well as changed files; so if there’s an accident and you mistakenly delete something you need, there it is again, and you can quickly and safely restore it.
What’s the concept?
Sharing, and backing up files easily, quickly, and efficiently.
Why should you care?
Anyone who wants to either keep their PC or Mac’s contents safe, or share files with friends, family, or projects with co-workers, should definitely care.
How do they make money?
They have yet to release Dropbox, but my guess is a small monthly fee, so far.
Will this company last 5 years?
It’s not quite out yet, so who knows. Right now it’s looking really good though, so hopefully, yes.
Suggestions for improvements?
A quick release is all I’m asking for!
