Data Storage via Google

Page 1 of 4 123 ... LastLast

  1. Posts : 1,364
    Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit 7601 Multiprocessor Free Service Pack 1
       #1

    Data Storage via Google


    I have several g-accounts. They are the only free site, that I am aware of, that provide 15 GB free data storage. I only use it for this (non-confidential data, e.g mp3, jpg, etc.). Much cheaper than a portable flash drive, yes? Thoughts/opinions/sage advice welcome.

    - thank you
      My Computer


  2. Posts : 5,092
    Windows 7 32 bit
       #2

    How long have you been using it? How do you like it? I just got a Laptop so with WiFi being available I'm considering storing some stuff online myself. :)

    Edit: the other thing I wonder is can you have subfolders in the Drive folder? Or is it all just a mishmash of files? And is it totally free?
      My Computer


  3. Posts : 10,455
    Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit Service Pack 1
       #3

    I've been using it since it was Google Docs and I have had no problems with it. The 15GB is shared between Google Drive, Gmail and Google+.
      My Computer


  4. Posts : 5,092
    Windows 7 32 bit
       #4

    kado897 said:
    I've been using it since it was Google Docs and I have had no problems with it. The 15GB is shared between Google Drive, Gmail and Google+.
    Is it way simple? I just learned the hard way I need to keep some stuff online rather than trying to copy stuff to a USB under pressure. :)
      My Computer


  5. Posts : 10,455
    Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit Service Pack 1
       #5

    It's very easy. just download the App and install it. Start Googledrivesync and it will take you through the setup. It creates a folder in your user profile and will sync everything in that.
      My Computer


  6. Posts : 5,092
    Windows 7 32 bit
       #6

    Cool. I set it up and it seems intuitive. :)
      My Computer


  7. Posts : 1,364
    Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit 7601 Multiprocessor Free Service Pack 1
    Thread Starter
       #7

    Whoah, you guys are on top of this. I discovered this by accident when I tried to attach a file over the 25 MB limit and it asked me if I wanted to store it on the cloud. Since then I have been emailing myself and attaching files. So, this app thing is an easier way?
      My Computer


  8. Posts : 9,600
    Win 7 Ultimate 64 bit
       #8

    Free online storage of any kind tends to be ephemeral and is risky at best. Many people have lost files because free online storage sites went belly up with little or no warning. Using multiple sites storing duplicate data will help to mitigate the risk.

    Besides Google being snoopy (encrypting your data will eliminate that danger), it is notorious for discontinuing services. Considering that Google is probably not making much, if any, money giving away free storage, I would not trust Google to store my data.
      My Computer


  9. Posts : 8,608
    Windows 7 Ultimate 32bit SP1
       #9

    I store my music and pictures on CD's and/or DVD's ... Much easier for me. I do it the 'old fashioned' way
      My Computer


  10. Posts : 9,600
    Win 7 Ultimate 64 bit
       #10

    I keep all my data on my desktop computer but I also keep backups on two local HDDs, a HDD kept in a safe deposit box at my credit union, and backed up online using Carbonite (a paid backup service, much safer than free storage options).
      My Computer


 
Page 1 of 4 123 ... LastLast

  Related Discussions
Our Sites
Site Links
About Us
Windows 7 Forums is an independent web site and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Microsoft Corporation. "Windows 7" and related materials are trademarks of Microsoft Corp.

© Designer Media Ltd
All times are GMT -5. The time now is 01:26.
Find Us