10 Incredibly Simple Ways to Share Stuff on the Web While Saving Time
Sharing should be simple. What could be better than to take our hunt for free seconds to some "time shaving" online services that make sharing a simpler job than it is.
Share Files Up To A Whopping 30GB With Anyone Through Filemail
Filemail is an awesome service that allows you to send massive files up to 30 gigabytes on a free account to anyone.
Access Your Computer Files Remotely From iOS Devices Using Younity
If you want to access all of your media files and large documents stored directly on your computer, you should check out iOS streaming app and service, Younity.
Create Your Own Secure Cloud Storage With Seafile
With Seafile, you can run your own private server to share documents with groups of colleagues or friends.
Chirp Wants To Transmit Data Via Sound On Android Devices
Chirp has finally come to Android, a nifty app that converts files such as photos, notes or links into sound, and broadcasts it so that other devices with Chirp can 'hear' the data.
8 Legal Uses for BitTorrent: You'd Be Surprised
Like HTTP, which your browser uses to communicate with websites, BitTorrent is just a protocol. You could use your browser to download pirated content, just as you could use a BitTorrent client to download pirated content, but that isn't the only possible use. Sure, let's face it -- BitTorrent is probably primarily used for downloading unauthorized content. But that's far from its only use, and the protocol still has a lot of value to people who don't pirate.
File Sharing, Manual Syncing & Bluetooth Tips For Windows Phone 8
Having used the Windows Phone platform since 2010, one of the things that has struck me is how difficult Microsoft initially made it to share files to and from your phone. With the original Windows Phone 7 a registry hack was required to use a device as mass storage, but this workaround was soon shored up in a subsequent update. Fortunately with Windows Phone 8, Microsoft has taken a more accepting position on the use of phones as mass storage devices.
Cloud Service Minbox Sends Large Files Super Fast [Mac OS X]
If you've ever had to send a large file over the internet, you probably know it's not always easy. Most email clients and servers, as well as cloud services like Dropbox have file size limits, and the process can be rather slow to upload and send. Minbox brings the process directly to your Mac as a lightweight app that rests in your menu bar. The developers who also founded the popular digital journal web application Penzu, even claim that their service is twice as fast Dropbox.
From Pirate Darling To Dropbox Alternative: BitTorrent Sync Lets You Keep Your Files Synchronized Across Machines
Cloud-based file sync services are easy to use and work well, but your privacy may or may not be your first priority. Not to mention the fact that these services always come with a storage quota, which you can work to maximize maximize, but a quota is a quota. If you're longing for an alternative, you should check out BitTorrent Sync.
Dropmark - The Easiest Way To Share Files And Collaborate With Anyone [Web & Mac]
How do you typically collaborate with others on projects? By email? Or do you try to get everyone to sign up for the latest cloud file sharing service that you use? Neither of those options are very practical. This is where most collaboration tools fall short – everyone involved must have an account to work together and access the information. There are some great ways to share files, some of which don't require signing up for, but in exchange their feature set is pretty sparse.
Share Files Easily Between Computers With AirDrop & Two Similar Applications [Mac]
How often have you sent an email to yourself, simply to move a picture or document between computers? Often, the only obvious alternative is clear overkill, like setting up a temporary FTP server on your jailbroken iPad. For these kind of scenarios - moving small files quickly and efficiently - Mac OS X's own AirDrop is the ideal tool for the job.
SugarSync 2.0 Sports New Look, Even Easier to Use [Giveaway]
Today, SugarSync 2.0 has been redesigned to be even easier to use. It's more intuitive than ever before and provides better control over shared files and folders compared to its major competitors, including Dropbox. I'll take you through the new interface in just a second. You'll also stand a chance of winning one of 25 SugarSync annual plans (first year free), with 30 GB of storage.
iTwin SecureBox Review and Giveaway
A few months ago, Joshua reviewed the iTwin -- an interesting device ($99) which when plugged into a computer, automatically creates an unlimited and secure file sharing network. Now, the iTwin has been updated to include SecureBox, an encryption feature which utilises Dropbox. We'll take you through iTwin SecureBox and show you exactly how it works. We're also giving away 5 iTwins at the end of this review! So if you're into file security and encryption, or if you're someone who values privacy, you won't want to miss this giveaway.
Use CloudApp Across Operating Systems With These Five Clients
If I was asked to name my favorite Mac OS X application, CloudApp—or Cloud, for short—would definitely make the shortlist. It's a nifty menubar utility that makes it incredibly easy to upload and share small files. CloudApp developer team has also published an API for their service, meaning other developers can create third-party CloudApp clients. Below, we'll be looking at five different CloudApp clients to use the service on most popular operating systems, desktop and mobile.
iTwin Review and Giveaway
The iTwin is an incredibly unique device that creates a secure bridge between your home computer and any remote computers, allowing you access to specific files (or your entire hard drive) from any location. No additional software is required, the device is cross-platform, and best of all, there's no space restriction -- you can share as much as you want! We're taking a look at the iTwin, then giving 5 of them away valued at $500!
Nitroshare: Easily Share Files On Your Network Between Multiple Operating Systems
It's not hard to set up home networking, including file sharing, in Windows and OS X Lion includes a quick file-sharing feature between Macs. If you want to quickly share a file between computers running two different operating systems, however, things can get complicated quickly. Not with Nitroshare. This program gives you a box you can drag any file or collection of files to. Pick a receiving computer and you're basically done: a speedy transfer will begin
A New User's Guide To Usenet
Heard a lot about Usenet and its file sharing capabilities, but don't have a clue where to get starting using it? This user's guide explains how to use Usenet.
The MakeUseOf Guide to File Sharing Networks
Have you ever wondered what are the biggest file sharing networks out there? What are the differences between BitTorrent, Gnutella, eDonkey, Usenet etc.?