Dropbox for Mac

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Dropbox is a free and extremely easy-to-use tool for sharing files and syncing them between computers, and you can also use Dropbox to back up files and access them from other computers and devices (including from your iPad or iPhone, with dedicated apps for each of those devices).

Dropbox's interface is largely invisible, which is part of what makes this app so easy to use. When you install Dropbox on your Mac, you create a Dropbox folder. This is a local folder that lives on your Mac, but you can access the folder from other computers (Macs or PCs), or anywhere you have access to a Web browser. Even better, you can use this folder to share files with other people--either through a designated "Public" folder, or by setting up folders inside your Dropbox with shared access by multiple users that you choose (this solution can be particularly useful in work settings as a productivity tool, especially because Dropbox tracks older versions of files). You can also use Dropbox to back up your files online, although the biggest barriers to this are the size of your backups (you get 2GB free with Dropbox, or up to 100GB with a monthly fee) and the fact that backup files need to be located inside your Dropbox folder (there are some workarounds, though, for more technically savvy users). If you're already a Dropbox user, make sure you update to the most recent version, since Dropbox doesn't reliably do this on its own. Recent updates have added Growl-less notifications, the ability to pause syncing, and several stability fixes.

Dropbox gives you a lot of useful features for free, with a remarkably smooth interface and shallow learning curve. If you find yourself frequently transferring files between different people and computers by hand (either via e-mail or USB drives), Dropbox is a must download.

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  • 5.0 stars

    "I love Dropbox"

    April 10, 2012  |   By armwood

    Version: Dropbox 1.2.52

    Pros

    It allows me to access files easily on my MacBook, iPod Touch and iPad 2. These files are always synchronized. Dropbox makes the iPad a great computing device, not just a very good one. You can easily leave the laptop behind and conduct all of your business using Dropbox.

    Cons

    There are really none except a two our security breach last year.

    Summary

    I have been using Dropbox since it's debut. I have a paid account plus I have recommended it to many people so I have a lot of extra space. I can access all of my important files no matter where I am. It makes my iPad?s 32GB storage space plenty for all of my needs. Most third party IOS applications sync with Dropbox so I can easily access any file I want, view or modify it and send it back to Droobox. This tool is essential to my workflow. iCloud does not come close.

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  • 3.0 stars

    "Dropbox is a nice utility"

    April 5, 2012  |   By RicD

    Version: Dropbox 1.2.52

    Pros

    Access files from anywhere on a phone as well.

    Cons

    Cost too much

    Summary

    Though I have a DropBox account my preference is a "my personal cloud". So, I went with Pogoplug. Ten GB of free storage, plus one can purchase a Pogoplug device for less than $100 and connect many external drives. Pay a onetime cost for the device I am set.

    Yes, I do like Dropbox, however above 2GB their cost becomes prohibitive. On my personal cloud I can have a many TB of storage for free.

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  • 5.0 stars

    "Simplifies my life"

    March 8, 2012  |   By Elliott Minor

    Version: Dropbox 1.2.52

    Pros

    I can go to my Dropbox folder and find all my important files on any computer. Of course, users have to store files in the Dropbox folder for them to be in sync on other computers with Dropbox installed. You can even see your files on a strange computer by logging in at Dropbox.com.

    Cons

    I have found no cons with the Dropbox service. Have never had any security issues.

    Summary

    To me, Dropbox is the ultimate file and folder sync service. It does for files and folders what LastPass does for password syncs and Xmarks does for bookmarks. They are among the first pieces of software I install on every new computer.

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  • 5.0 stars

    "Great software"

    March 4, 2012  |   By applecross

    Version: Dropbox 1.2.52

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    Cons

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