Tag: dropbox
Dropbox Update 2022
Some changes in the latest release of dropbox have created a lot of noise in the forums. The summary is that Apple have made some changes in their macOS that gives less flexibility to how Dropbox can operate, and Dropbox have made changes accordingly.
What are the main differences between “Google Drive” and “Dropbox”
Wondering what’s the difference between Dropbox and Google Drive See also: What are the differences between ‘Google Backup and Sync’ and ‘Dropbox’ How to install Google Drive on OS X What is the difference between ‘Google file stream’ and ‘Google backup and sync’?
What is the difference between Google file stream and Google backup and sync?
‘Google File Stream’ and ‘Google Backup and Sync’ are quite different even though they are both released by Google. Google describes the differences as one being for ‘Personal’ use and one for ‘Business’. That’s not a bad summary. They do different things and it’s important to understand the difference before you start using them. Google file…
What are the differences between “Google Backup and Sync” and “Dropbox”
Google Backup and Sync is very similar to Dropbox but there are some small differences. Google backup and sync has some extra options. Desktop Folder Syncing Google Backup and Sync also has the option to make a backup of your ‘Desktop Folder’ and sync it. Dropbox cannot sync your desktop folder. Sharing files on the…
How to install Google Drive on OS X
You can mount a ‘Google Drive’ onto you Mac, it’s a neat cloud based storage solution from Google. The Google Drive sits on your desktop. It looks like a regular hard drive and the contents of the folder are automatically available to anyone else who has access to the same Google Drive. Google Drive is…
Get more space on Dropbox (for free!)
Running out of space on dropbox? Try some of these simple options! https://www.dropbox.com/getspace Don’t have dropbox yet? Get it here.
How to reduce data usage when travelling with your laptop
If you are travelling with your laptop (or iPhone) and your data is limited, here are a few simple ways to make sure you don’t use too much data.
How to download a dropbox movie file from Safari.
I recently was sent a link to a movie file in someone’s dropbox via email…