[Discuss] UbuntuOne alternatives

[Murray Strome]

On 14-04-07 05:28 PM, pw wrote:
> Most people use cloud shares because they want to have access
> to shared files over many locations.
>
> They don't need to use a cloud to do this though if they
> have a small home file server and continuous network connection.
> Just use ssh and scp and friends, or even an apache instance
> with a CMS for a front page.
>
> It's usually the lack of a home base, and/or the perception
> of how easy it would be to set up and maintain.
>
> Peter
>
Yes, that is exactly why I use the cloud. When I am away from home, 
power is off on all of my computer and TV equipment. I want to have 
access to my important files when that is the situation.

Murray