Dropbox

DROPBOX

Dropbox is a online data backup service for file hosting operated by Dropbox, Inc., that offers cloud storage, file synchronization, personal cloud, and client software. Dropbox allows users to create a special folder on each of their computers, which Dropbox then synchronizes so that it appears to be the same folder (with the same contents) regardless of which computer is used to view it. Files placed in this folder also are accessible through a website and mobile phone applications.

Features

#Your files, anywhere 

• Starting at 2 GB for free and up to 16 GB with referrals.
• Pro accounts with up to 500 GB. Business accounts start at 1 TB for 5 users.
• Your files are always available from the secure Dropbox website.
• Dropbox works with Windows, Mac, Linux, iPad, iPhone, Android andBlackBerry.
• Works even when offline. You always have your files, whether or not you have a connection.
• Dropbox transfers just the parts of a file that change (not the whole thing).
• Manually set bandwidth limits -- Dropbox won't hog your connection. 

#Simple sharing

• Invite friends, family or teammates to a folder. It'll be as if you saved the folder to their computers.
• See other people's changes instantly.
• Create photo galleries viewable by anyone you choose.
• Send a link to any file or folder in your Dropbox.

#Dropbox mobile 

• Bring your files with you when you're on the go.
• Edit files in your Dropbox from your phone.
• Easily upload your photos and videos to Dropbox.
• Share freely with family and friends. 

#Your stuff is safe 

• Dropbox keeps a one-month history of your work.
• Any changes can be undone, and files can be undeleted.

• Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) and AES-256 bit encryption.  

                                                            

Verdict 

Dropbox's continuous backup feature make for fast data backups and effective sync and sharing capabilities. In addition, the share and sync features make it a data backup service with students, co-workers and friends. However, it lacks an unlimited data plan and a full system restore, which are features you'd get with the best online data backup services.