Week+3+Journal


 * Week 3 (501): Dropbox**

Dropbox is a free software that allows people to backup their data without using extra device such as USB, external hard drive, or CD/DVD. These days there are many options and ways to store our data in a safe way. However, we can't miss the chance to lose our data so easily no matter how hard we try to have extra backup plan. At the same time, there are many different threats to keep our data safe. Hard drive failure, computer theft or natural disaster can be affecting on keeping our date safe as well. Dropbox is an online backup solution that gives us a sense of certainty and confidence that our data will be safe. Dropbox runs on Mack OS, Windows, or even Linux.

Dropbox’s sole purpose wasn’t intended to be just a backup solution exclusively, but it’s greatest feature is that exactly. Users can entirely save their files, photos and music, after first paying a few dollars. However, even though there is a small fee we will be provided with better security, more storage, automation and so forth. Again, the Dropbox system only appears to be free but there is actually a small fee which easily affordable to any user who needs a convenient and easily accessible system as to where they keep their files.

-This program shows the user which files have been updated with by placing a green check mark next to the files that are updated and two arrows in a blue colored background if the files are in the process of syncing. -Dropbox saves all files to the web interface. A great feature to this is the ability to “undelete” files if the user accidentally deletes them or realizes they want the deleted files back. This is a handy backup feature that could save a lot of time and worry. In addition, updated files are saved as well the previous versions just in case it is needed as a reference or a back up. This way, the original is available for use if it is needed. - Public file sharing with dropbox: Users can drag files to be shared into the " public' folder. Each file is partnered with its own unique URL so that it is accessible for those who search for it or can use it. This method is for individual files, however, it also makes it possible to share entire folders. Users wanting to share folders can follow the steps of first right clicking any folder, choose "Dropbox" and then "share" and finally enter the email addresses of the people that will be accessing the files. Multiple address can be entered at one time.
 * What's in the software:**

There are many free software programs that we are offered everyday to share the files with selected people for a certain purpose. This is really beneficial for people, not only for people who are engaging in research field, but people in general, who are still taking advantages from free space for backup data. Especially, such job that involve relatively interacting with a team or group or dealing with a big project, in general, many files are involved in a project. When people are working as a team, one situation that they are faced with is how to share the information or data to work on a project quickly and effectively. In this sense, it can be a great tool and a solution for group members working on a project together. In an educational setting, we can save time by sharing the information throughout the dropbox as long as we have an internet connection, we can get started soon enough without a headache to figure out the problem how to share and present the work.
 * Uses of Educational Setting:**

Dropbox is free to use for a basic, 2GB. It doesn't require the detailed personal information to sign up.
 * Costs and Registration Issues:**