Desktop Storage: More important than you realize….


In 2012 it is hard to believe that not everyone has a the correct provision of desktop storage. As increasing amounts of important data are stored on personal PC’s the need for suitable data storage becomes more of a necessity than a choice.

Scary statistics like 1/3 of PC users have lost all their files due to events beyond their control and 60% of companies that lose their data will shut down within 6 months, only go to reinforce the importance of desktop storage. Other statistics include a laptop is stolen every 53 seconds and all hard drives fail. If this doesn’t persuade you to invest in an online desktop storage provider then maybe the benefits will.

Desktop storage, like cloud storage can protect your files from human error, accidental loss and natural disaster. By storing them online, you have the ability to access them through any internet ready device e.g. mobile phone, tablet or laptop. This benefit not only aids you if and when you computer fails by granting you access anywhere but also means that you can become a much more versatile computer user.

Another advantage is the ability to share files with ease. Gone are the days of emailing two or three pictures or mp3′s to a friend or family member in order to share something with them. Now desktop storage can allow you to send one email with a URL on it to allow the recipient access to a whole album of photos or a playlist of mp3′s.

Still not convinced, how about file syncing? Desktop storage allows you to sync multiple devices to one cloud. By doing this you can access all your files regardless of where they were generated. Great if you work best on the go or move location frequently.

Whether the statistics scare you or the benefits thrill you, desktop storage is a necessity, so find the provider who is right for you and sign up today.