The New Cloud
As time goes on, new buzzwords develop and become common household words. The newest term in that category is the “cloud.” The cloud refers to the internet, as It relates to data storage and access. Google, for instance, has a whole operating system based on this concept, and most of its data is stored on the cloud.
Apple is also capitalizing on the concept, with an automatic iCloud application, that will allow users to store certain files – music, photos, applications, calendars, documents, and other files created on Apple programs and applications – and automatically synchronize them to all other connected Apple devices. It is currently in beta in the US, and will be shipping automatically with iOS 5. Its music storage is limited to 25,000 songs (not counting iTunes purchases) and some services are limited to 10 devices. When you take pictures with an i-device, it will automatically push it to all your other connected devices; this is limited to the most recent 1000 photos. Documents, personal data, books – if they are compatible, it will automatically ‘share’ it among your connected devices.
Similarly, but much less limited, Iozeta powered by Livedrive will keep all your files safe. Its unlimited online backup is automatic and hassle-free, backing up your files as soon as you finish with them so you do not have to remember to do it manually. Unlike iCloud, Livedrive offers unlimited online backup storage. Regardless how many files you have, you can back them up on LiveDrive – including up to 30 versions of your files so that you can restore older versions if necessary at any time. Restoring files is easy, too – even deleted files! Iozeta keeps your data secure and private using military grade encryption, and it doesn’t matter if your preference is Windows or Mac, Iozeta works the same on either one. Besides being unlimited in many areas, Livedrive also offers streaming of your movies and music to your iPhone or iPad, using a free application. Your whole collection is available wherever you go, and synchronizing with iTunes becomes a thing of the past. You can even view and edit your documents through Livedrive’s web interface.
Livedrive’s backup works as an additional drive on your computer. This allows you to view and access files easily regardless what computer or mobile device you are using. No matter where you are, your files are “there!” Along with the extra-drive access, you also have the ability to access your data on Livedrive through FTP if you prefer. Either way, your files are readily accessible, whether they are only on Livedrive or on both Livedrive and your computer.
Since everybody ought to have a backup, it makes sense to use one that is easily accessed and secure. It also makes sense to use one that is not on the same computer or in the same location as the computer you use regularly. Why not give Iozeta try?