With file sharing, there is a need to keep track of permissions, and the need for intense organization. Being clear what files are where can cause another issue to surface. For instance, Windows 10, by default, has a character limit on file names of 256 characters. So the entire file name, which includes the location of the file, can be no longer than 256 characters. Sometimes less depending on the program you're using. For example, a file called “estimate-for-company.pdf” located in … [Read more...] about File Sharing Limitations
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File Sharing Options
Online file sharing is a common and important tool for an office. If the system currently in place already has a file sharing service picking which service to use is easy. However, there are situations in which neither Google nor Office 365 are being used. Or you think it might be a good idea to consider all options available instead of immediately going for what’s easiest to adopt. Picking an online file sharing service mostly comes down to personal preference. Google Drive, OneDrive, and … [Read more...] about File Sharing Options
Online File Sharing and Collaboration Services
Services such as Box.net, Dropbox and 4Shared and have been introduced over the last several years and are replacing FTP as a method for file sharing while adding additional features that were not possible before. Instead of having to build and maintain a filesharing and collaboration platform in-house, these services are relatively inexpensive and paid for on a monthly basis at a rate which depends on the number of users and the storage needed. Google Docs also offers some of the functionality … [Read more...] about Online File Sharing and Collaboration Services
