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Learning Dropbox

via LinkedIn Learning

Overview

Get up to speed quickly with Dropbox, the ubiquitous cloud storage and file-sharing service. Learn how to set up and configure it, and use its features to protect and share files.

Get up to speed quickly with Dropbox, the ubiquitous cloud storage and file-sharing service. In this concise course, Keith Gilbert shows how to set up and configure Dropbox, and leverage its features to protect and share your files. Keith demonstrates how to use Dropbox for file backup, synchronization, version control, collaboration, and photo and file sharing. He also shows how Dropbox can extend the power of apps on your mobile devices.

DISCLAIMER: This course includes trademarks owned by Dropbox, Inc. This course has not been prepared, approved, or endorsed by Dropbox, Inc.

Syllabus

Introduction
  • Welcome
1. What Is Dropbox?
  • Understand the concept of cloud storage
  • Practical uses for Dropbox
  • How much space do you get?
2. Get Started with Dropbox
  • Sign up for a Dropbox account
  • Install the Dropbox app on your computer
  • Dropbox and file security
3. Work with Dropbox on Desktop and Laptop Computers
  • Back up your files with Dropbox
  • Use Smart Sync
  • Mirror the files between two computers
  • Access your files with a web browser
  • Use Dropbox for version control
4. Share Files with Dropbox
  • Share files and folders with anyone
  • Receive files from others
  • Share photos and videos
5. Dropbox for Collaboration
  • Collaborate on a folder and its contents
  • Comment on files
  • Collaborate on Microsoft Office files
6. Use Dropbox with Mobile Devices
  • Install the Dropbox mobile app
  • Use the Dropbox iOS app
  • Use the Dropbox Android app
  • Copy media from a camera or phone
  • Scan documents with a smartphone
7. More Uses for Dropbox
  • Dropbox Paper
  • Dropbox Showcase
  • Store URLs in Dropbox
  • Store and share screen captures
Conclusion
  • Next steps

Taught by

Keith Gilbert

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