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So what is so good about Drop.io?

Well, first let me explain what it is.

Drop.io is a web site that offers file exchange services. Much like an ftp area within a web server, you have the ability to drop files into the server and have them picked up anywhere in the world where web access is available.

Sounds good, but most people have access to their own ftp area. Why do I want this one?

Well, for starters, it’s free. Up to 100mg is available free to anyone world wide and you don’t even need to sign up to use or create a work space.

You simply create a folder, directly on the home page. Put a password on that folder and you’re ready to go.

No sign up. No email input. Drop.io will log your IP address to in case of illegal activities, but the server you create is completely secure and unreadable by anyone without your password. Including the drop.io staff.

But wait – There’s more!

Once you have your own server. You can use it’s rss feed to monitor when the folder has been updated. Great for group file exchange

Another very useful application is the ability to accept facsimiles and voice messages. Each drop.io folder has a phone extension assigned to it.

The number can receive faxs which it will then turn into downloadable pdfs and voice messages will be converted into mp3s.

I find the fax particularly useful because I don’t have fax requests often these days, but they do happen. The cost of a separate line and fax machine to receive these messages can add up. If I can get a service like this for free, then why the hell not.

Of course, you may find that 100mg is simply not enough space for your file exchange. So, for $10 US you can purchase 1gb pf space which will be held for 12 months.

No bad at all.

I’ve already used many of the functions of this web service and I’m sure to use more in the future.

If any of you decide to give it a try, please let me know what you thought and if it was useful for you.

Drop.io can be found here. Enjoy.

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