Need some feedback on that finance report, laddy? What's that, you've never used PowerPoint before? This is where a file sharing program would come in handy. And you laughed at those of us who bothered to show up to Information Systems class. Youd think file sharing would be rather self-explanatory. You have files " you want to share them. Simple enough, to be sure, but the file sharing world is rife with scoundrels. Be sure you take precautions and install credible software from credible vendors.
Now, the majority of contemporary file sharing networks are modeled on peer-to-peer networks. What if youre peerless, you say? You cad. Shape up " and pay attention. A file sharing network will allow multiple people to access the same file. So, if your department has one monthly report, everyone on the team can access and modify the document.
Though it's not always the case, a key benefit of the peer-to-peer model, or P2P as we insiders call it, is the fact you arent required to load one file in order to access another. None of his quid pro quo business around here. That is not to say anyone can access anyones files. Your peers may only allow certain files, folders, or drives to be accessed. You wouldnt want anyone to be able to go poking around in your financial statements or folder full of love letters to Ozzy Osborn now would you? Your MP3s are an entirely different matter " I always thought you had great taste in music.
Make sure your file sharing network is accessible from any validated computer. Approved peers can access a file from any computer anywhere in the world. Is your boss in Frankfurt? Did he or she forget that really, really important report? No worries, move the file to a shared drive or folder and he or she can access it instantly " is the speed of light instantaneous? Well, its fast enough. And if he or she ask you to modify the report, you simply open it, clean up your messy handiwork, save it, and give him the heads up.
Make sure, when you have the IT guy install your file sharing software, that the program has some kind of search capability. Picture a hellish scenario where youre not sure where your boss left the report. Now, picture having to search through each folder and drive on the network. Now, picture yourself at the unemployment office. Always make sure you have access to a search function. Indeed, some file sharing programs dont and they should be avoided like the plague. So, stay frosty and start sharing wisely. - 15485
Now, the majority of contemporary file sharing networks are modeled on peer-to-peer networks. What if youre peerless, you say? You cad. Shape up " and pay attention. A file sharing network will allow multiple people to access the same file. So, if your department has one monthly report, everyone on the team can access and modify the document.
Though it's not always the case, a key benefit of the peer-to-peer model, or P2P as we insiders call it, is the fact you arent required to load one file in order to access another. None of his quid pro quo business around here. That is not to say anyone can access anyones files. Your peers may only allow certain files, folders, or drives to be accessed. You wouldnt want anyone to be able to go poking around in your financial statements or folder full of love letters to Ozzy Osborn now would you? Your MP3s are an entirely different matter " I always thought you had great taste in music.
Make sure your file sharing network is accessible from any validated computer. Approved peers can access a file from any computer anywhere in the world. Is your boss in Frankfurt? Did he or she forget that really, really important report? No worries, move the file to a shared drive or folder and he or she can access it instantly " is the speed of light instantaneous? Well, its fast enough. And if he or she ask you to modify the report, you simply open it, clean up your messy handiwork, save it, and give him the heads up.
Make sure, when you have the IT guy install your file sharing software, that the program has some kind of search capability. Picture a hellish scenario where youre not sure where your boss left the report. Now, picture having to search through each folder and drive on the network. Now, picture yourself at the unemployment office. Always make sure you have access to a search function. Indeed, some file sharing programs dont and they should be avoided like the plague. So, stay frosty and start sharing wisely. - 15485
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For you uber-achievers, powerful file sharing software is essential. Never underestimate the power of collaboration. It worked for Sinatra, Davis and Martin and it can work for you. Just make sure the file sharing software you get is reliable.
