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Data storage on the Web: Case Studies

Today, one can find almost anything on the Web... In this chapter we will give a few examples of the Internet companies specializing in on-line storage. This is clearly not the full list, and the data we present below will certainly change with time.

On-line backup @Backup provides an on-line backup option for 100 MB ($99/year) to 500 MB ($300/year) of data. @Backup performs automatic (user sets the time) and on-demand backups. The data files are encrypted and stored off-site in two security vaults, and one can back up and restore files from any Internet connection. A download of special software is required. This software will compress the data and transmit only the changes in data. In spite of this, the company admits that the first backup session may take a few hours of on-line time. Another example: www.idrive.com;

On-line backup and exchange This services do not need special software and increase data accessibility - access your data from anywhere using a Web browser. FreeDrive is a free service that gives you up to 50 MB of secured space to backup and share your data. There is no need to download any software: one can access this data from any browser. Security is limited to password protection, but for a price one can add secure encryption.

AppsOnline service offers business applications you can use online, including collaboration, sales automation, e-commerce and legal programs. There's no software to download. You can rent Lotus Instant! TEAMROOM, share files and information, capture discussions, create and store related documents, and track progress from start to finish. The files are password-protected and Instant! TEAMROOM supports SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) for network security. Then, when you're done, you can end the Instant! TEAMROOM as quickly as you started it.
Pricing for Instant! TEAMROOM is $14.95 per month for an owner account, and $14.95 per month for each additional user.

Involv offers Team Space Environment which includes a wide range of utilities needed for team and project management, including Group Discussion, Shared Group Calendar, Chat and Paging, and more. In addition, the package offers document management capabilities and provides centralized posting and managing for files and documents of all types.

Useful links

Here you can test the speed of your Internet connection. To perform this test, the MSN website will transfer a bunch of data to your computer. Be patient and also check the "Speed Test Thermometer".

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