Dropbox in 30 Minutes, Second Edition Dropbox in 30 Minutes, Second Edition

Dropbox in 30 Minutes, Second Edition

The Beginner’s Guide to Dropbox Backup, Syncing, and Sharing

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Publisher Description

Updated in 2017 to cover the new Dropbox interface and features! What is Dropbox, and how can you get the most out of Dropbox on your computer, phone, or tablet? In Dropbox In 30 Minutes (2nd Edition), award-winning technology journalist Ian Lamont uses step-by-step instructions, screenshots, and a touch of humor to explain everything from basic Dropbox installation steps to best practices for Dropbox sharing. In a single sitting, this quick and easy guide will help you get the most out of Dropbox on your computer, phone, or tablet.


The second edition of this popular Dropbox book includes updated chapters as well as additional sections describing new Dropbox features of the Dropbox application for Windows and Mac PCs and laptops, the Dropbox app for iOS devices (including the Dropbox app for iPhones and iPads), and the Dropbox app for Android phones and tablets. The Dropbox manual also covers many useful features of Dropbox.com for backing up, sharing, and recovering files. In addition, the book's popular Dropbox FAQ has been expanded.


What's inside

* Dropbox system requirements

* How Dropbox works in the cloud

* Installing Dropbox on Windows PCs (Dropbox on Windows 7 and earlier, Dropbox on Windows 10 and Windows 8)

* Installing Dropbox on Macs (macOS), iOS and Android

* Saving files to Dropbox

* Working with Dropbox folders and files

* Dropbox preferences and Selective Sync

* Opening a file or folder from a second computer

* Dropbox mobile app: Downloading/uploading files

* Dropbox Camera Upload for backing up and transferring photos from your mobile phone

* Dropbox sharing via links

* Dropbox collaboration


Dropbox In 30 Minutes also includes an unofficial FAQ that answers the following questions:


* How can I get free space on Dropbox?

* How secure is Dropbox?

* How do I delete Dropbox?

* Why is Dropbox taking so long to sync?

* Are Dropbox Business and Dropbox Pro accounts worth the extra cost?

* How can I recover deleted Dropbox files?

* What is Dropbox Paper and is it a substitute for Microsoft Word or Google Docs?

* What are Dropbox comments?

* What happens when the same file is opened simultaneously on more than one computer?

* What are third-party Dropbox apps?


What readers are saying about this Dropbox book

Thousands of satisfied readers have purchased this Dropbox book or downloaded the Dropbox ebook edition. While Dropbox In 30 Minutes is intended for beginners, even experienced users will discover a few new Dropbox tricks. Here's what real readers are saying:


"This was truly a 30-minute Dropbox tutorial. I have mastered the basics without bugging my 20-year-old son! Yahoo!"


"I have read Ian's books on Dropbox and Google Drive/Docs. He's an excellent writer, and the books are highly worthwhile, especially for people new to these applications."


"A short but thorough introduction to Dropbox. In my opinion, this is highly recommendable book for those who are approaching Dropbox or who need it for work and cooperative projects."


"I didn't know how to use Dropbox when I bought this book, and after reading it, I was able to set up my account and to use it with my students. It is short and to the point. I am a beginner and much of these online storage options are new to me, but I was able to read the book and to then use the app."


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Note: Dropbox In 30 Minutes is not affiliated with "For Dummies" books, Dropbox, or other services referenced in the guide. In 30 Minutes® is a registered trademark of publisher i30 Media Corp. All rights reserved.

  • GENRE
    Computers & Internet
    RELEASED
    2017
    June 7
    LANGUAGE
    EN
    English
    LENGTH
    102
    Pages
    PUBLISHER
    I30 Media Corporation
    SELLER
    i30 Media Corporation
    SIZE
    5.4
    MB

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