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Useful Websites #20

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Real Estate Agent with LAER Realty Partners

Useful Websites #20

Here is Useful Websites #20:

(Day 20 of my 30-day challenge!)

IT'S A TRIPLE TREAT TODAY!

  • Ask me why? I am so excited with the positive response from so many of you that...I decided to share not 1, not 2 but 3 websites. It does have similar objective, but have little different approach, little different user interface and little different set up. Still, the same (or similar) functionality.
  • Let me talk about what these sites do... or let me share the sites and ask you the question.

  • The sites are:
  • http://www.Box.net/

  • http://www.DropBox.com/

  • http://www.GoAruna.com/
  • And what do they do?

  • They all provide you with the platform on Internet to share the files. I will not go much in details for each of them - but will provide only some basic features from their websites.

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  • Let me talk about http://www.Box.net first.
  • Share, manage and access all your business content online.

  • A simple, versatile solution for all your needs

    Box makes it simple for businesses to share, manage and access all their content online. It's a single, flexible solution that can serve and adapt to all your business sharing needs.

    Cloud file server

    Access, manage, share and view all your files on the web with confidence.

    Document & media management

    Manage & view documents and media in one place.

    Managed file transfer

    Send and track large files easily with colleagues and partners.

    Project management

    Manage projects around your content, assign tasks and track file versions.

    Deal rooms

    Get deals done in an online workspace and manage contracts, statements and more.

     

    FTP replacement

    Share files securely, without the hassles of traditional FTP solutions.


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  • Now, next one: http://www.DropBox.com/
  • DROPBOX

    Dropbox Features

    File Sync

    Dropbox allows you to sync your files online and across your computers automatically.

    • 2GB of online storage for free, with up to 100GB available to paying customers.
    • Sync files of any size or type.
    • Sync Windows, Mac and Linux computers.
    • Automatically syncs when new files or changes are detected.
    • Work on files in your Dropbox even if you're offline. Your changes sync once your computer has an Internet connection again.
    • Dropbox transfers will correctly resume where they left off if the connection drops.
    • Efficient sync - only the pieces of a file that changed (not the whole file) are synced. This saves you time.
    • Doesn't hog your Internet connection. You can manually set bandwidth limits.

    File Sharing

    Sharing files is simple and can be done with only a few clicks.

    • Shared folders allow several people to collaborate on a set of files.
    • You can see other people's changes instantly.
    • A "Public" folder that lets you link directly to files in your Dropbox.
    • Control who is able to access shared folders (including ability to kick people out and remove the shared files from their computers).
    • Automatically create shareable online photo galleries from folders of photos in your Dropbox.

    Online Backup

    Dropbox backs up your files online without you having to think about it.

    • Automatic backup of your files.
    • Undelete files and folders.
    • Restore previous versions of your files.
    • 30 days of undo history, with unlimited undo available as a paid option.

    Web Access

    A copy of your files are stored on Dropbox's secure servers. This lets you access them from any computer or mobile device.

    • Manipulate files as you would on your desktop - add, edit, delete, rename etc.
    • Search your entire Dropbox for files.
    • A "Recent Events" feed that shows you a summary of activity in your Dropbox.
    • Create shared folders and invite people to them.
    • Recover previous versions of any file or undelete deleted files.
    • View photo galleries created automatically from photos in your Dropbox.

    Security & Privacy

    Dropbox takes the security and privacy of your files very seriously.

    • Shared folders are viewable only by people you invite.
    • All transmission of file data and metadata occurs over an encrypted channel (SSL).
    • All files stored on Dropbox servers are encrypted (AES-256) and are inaccessible without your account password.
    • Dropbox website and client software have been hardened against attacks from hackers.
    • Dropbox employees are not able to view any user's files.
    • Online access to your files requires your username and password.
    • Public files are only viewable by people who have a link to the file(s). Public folders are not browsable or searchable.

    Mobile Device Access

    The free Dropbox application for iPhone, iPad, and Android lets you:

    • Access your Dropbox on the go.
    • View files from within the application.
    • Download files for offline viewing.
    • Take photos and videos and sync them to your Dropbox.
    • Share links to files in your Dropbox.
    • Export your files to other applications.
    • Sync downloaded files so they're up-to-date.

    A mobile-optimized version of the website is also available for owners of Blackberry phones and other Internet-capable mobile devices.
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    And last but not least: http://www.GoAruna.com/
    GoAruna

    Easy to share your files

    Share any of your files with others. You also get a drop box where others can send files to you.

    On the go

    We feel mobile access to your files is critical. Our mobile apps are fully featured to manage your files wherever you are.


    Multi-platform

    We don't tie you to one platform. Use any combination of our web client, native desktop apps, mobile apps and widgets to manage your files.


    Desktop

    We have a native desktop application for your PC, Mac or Linux computer. Keep it open and manage your files all day without needing your browser.

    Send large files

    Just need to send a large file fast? Our widgets do just that. No account needed.

    Need more? Sign up for an account to get more sending features from PC, web and mobile.

    Peace of mind

    Accidents happen. Viruses infect, hard drives die, thefts and disasters happen.
    With GoAruna, you can be sure your files are always safe and sound in our secure high tech datacenter.


     

  • Your comments/suggestions are welcome.

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    I have joined the blog-a-day blogathon for 30 days. This is day 20 of the 30-day-challenge. Woohoo...2/3 journey is over! and I know, it does get tougher and tougher as you reach your goal. In fact I am so much encouraged by response, I may add few more website at the end!

    In these 30 days, what better could it be to share something either I learned from some of the ActiveRainers or some other resource online and share it with the group?

    At times, I may not know where and how I learnt about the websites and may not be able to give due credit to someone who informed me about that, but I still want to Thank all of them who contributed to my knowledge which I plan to share.

    I am trying to use different field each day - and have now more than 30 such websites. Will I continue after 30 days? Let's see - first things first- I want to completed this 30-day challenge. I am trying to avoid some of the more familiar websites and focusing on some that may not be known to most of you - and still, yes, useful.

    You can create a free account on many of these websites and some of them may have some minimal subscription fees. I am sure, these websites will help you in your business - one way or another.

    (Disclaimer: I am not affiliated with any of these websites not do I derive any income from any of these sites - except that I do subscribe to some of these services. Please use them at your own risk - and let me tell you, I have used them and did not find it 'risky'.)

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    Look out for the next in series - Useful Websites #21 - and it will be....

    And here are the links to my previous blog-posts for easy reference:

    Useful Websites #19

    Useful Websites #18

    Useful Websites #17

    Useful Websites #16

    Useful Websites #15

    Useful Websites #14

    Useful Websites #13

    Useful Websites #12

    Useful Websites #11

    Useful Websites #10

    Useful Websites #9

    Useful Websites #8

    Useful Websites #7

    Useful Websites #6

    Useful Websites #5

    Useful Websites #4

    Useful Websites #3

    Useful Websites #2

    Useful Websites #1

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    Jon Zolsky, Daytona Beach, FL
    Daytona Condo Realty, 386-405-4408 - Daytona Beach, FL
    Buy Daytona condos for heavenly good prices

    Praful,

    Looks like there are a lot of useful websites, Good I noticed your post. And good luck with the challenge

    Sep 17, 2010 06:34 PM
    Teral McDowell
    Referral Patners LLC - Murphy, TX

    Great blog, Praful, I have used the first two but not the last. And it's day 23 for me and blogging!

    Sep 17, 2010 06:35 PM
    Praful Thakkar
    LAER Realty Partners - Burlington, MA
    Metro Boston Homes For Sale

    Cool Teral - I'll see you around at this time for next 10 days or so, I guess.

    Thanks, Jon. If you get a chance, please look at the previous ones and leave some comments about them.

    Sep 17, 2010 06:39 PM
    Robert T. Boyer
    FHA Loan, VA Loan, Jumbo Loan,FHA Loans,VA Loans,Jumbo Loans - La Jolla, CA
    San Diego Real Estate & Mortgage Loans, Ph.D. | VA Home Loan

    Hi, I'm just picking up this series, thanks.

    Sep 17, 2010 06:49 PM
    Gayla Worrell
    Windermere Real Estate/Everett, Inc. - Everett, WA
    Real Estate Webworks

    Many of the agents in my office use DropBox and they really love it.  I've heard only good things about it.

    Sep 17, 2010 07:26 PM
    Patrick White
    Home Driven Realty, Inc - Baldwin, NY
    Driven to bring New Yorkers home

    Good Morning Praful,

    Thanks for the post on useful websites. Have a great day

    Sep 17, 2010 07:39 PM
    David Karp
    Peachtree Realty Group, LLC - Woodstock, GA
    Woodstock, Marietta GA Real Estate

    Praful, Once again, very useful information. Thanks!

    Sep 17, 2010 09:45 PM
    Marc Swartz
    Mortgage Finders Canada Inc., Mortgage Brokerage, Lic# 11118 - Toronto, ON
    Principal Broker / Mortgage Broker, AMP

    Praful - These are some more fantastic websites to use.  Great series.

    Sep 17, 2010 11:43 PM
    Anita Clark
    Coldwell Banker Access Realty ~ 478.960.8055 - Warner Robins, GA
    Realtor - Homes for Sale in Warner Robins GA

    Thanks for the useful sites Praful.  Much appreciated.

    Sep 18, 2010 01:14 AM