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Dropbox

Principal function(s): File sharing/syncingIndividual workWhole classTeacherYou SupplyCourse management

Dropbox is a cloud-based file storage and sharing platform. Users upload files to their Dropbox account, which can then be accessed from any device with an internet connection. Dropbox offers a limited free version with limited storage space. Signing up for an account is required for use. Evaluation: Dropbox is a useful online storage platform, as it provides access to files from any device. It can come handy for teachers with different classes to have their unit and be able to share it with different students. Personal files are accessible both on the hard disk and in the cloud if Dropbox is installed on a computer.

Cost: Free with registration + paid plans available.

Website: https://www.dropbox.com/

  

Categories

Type Of Interaction

  • Individual work
  • Individual work

Skills

Content

  • You supply

Usability

Interface User-friendliness/complexity of the tool´s interface

Straightforward, intuitive.

Time efficiency Time needed for mastering the „how-to“ of the tool and a production of a task

High.

Interface language(s) The number of languages in which the tool is currently available/adaptable to

English + 17 other languages, Chinese and Japanese included.

Respect for privacy Does the tool require registration? Who can see my data? Can I remain anonymous?

Medium. Dropbox collects various types of data such as account information (name, email, payment info), user-generated content (files, documents, photos), contacts, usage information, device information, and data from cookies and similar technologies. It does so to provide and enhance services, protect users, and for legitimate business needs. Dropbox may use the information for marketing purposes but provides opt-out options. It shares data with trusted third parties for business purposes, and with other Dropbox companies. Dropbox is committed to data security and employs measures like two-factor authentication, encryption, and abuse detection. Importantly, users have control over their data, including deletion and access. Dropbox complies with the GDPR. See more here.

Saving work for future use Possiblity to save your or others´ work for reuse/reproduction

Yes, users with an account can save their work and access it from different devices.

Tailorability (If so, how?) Possibility of the tool to be used for a range of different activities (e.g. to what extent you can organize a project assignment with a central activity based on this tool)

Yes, users can upload on the cloud and share any type of file.

Interactivity

Engagement

Collaboration

Communication

Technical requirements

Installation required?

Not for the browser-version; yes for the others. Signing up is required for use..

Compatibility/ Operating System

Any browser; Windows, MacOS, Linux, iOS, Android.

Other technical requirements