“Can this device be used to replace/eliminate commercial cloud drives (i.e. dropbox, Google Drive, etc)? Is there any reason this is a bad idea?”
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Yes it can. The only downside is you are totally responsible for your data. If you are thinking of using this drive as your sole backup you should have another drive to back this one up (mirror). A 2 drive solution is recommended.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.The cloud is the most reliable backup method available because of the redundancy built in, according to my understanding. This hard drive is from a respected supplier, and provides an excellent, and affordable, alternative to the cloud. This use is certainly NOT a bad idea.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes, it replaced my dropbox account. I put all my photos and music on it. Easy to get to through an internet connection.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes, this can replace a commercial cloud drives.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.The advantage of a cloud drive is access from different locations without the need to carry the drive with you. Certainly this drive is quite suitable for local storage.
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