How to choose the cloud storage service that suits you?

In recent years, many cloud storage services have emerged, providing users with convenient and secure data storage and sharing solutions. However, due to various reasons such as financial difficulties and policy changes, some cloud storage services have announced their closure. Despite this, there are still some recommended cloud storage services that are worth considering.

1. Nutstore

Nutstore is a relatively low-profile cloud storage service. Although its user base is not as large as Baidu Cloud or 360 Cloud, its functionality is very powerful. Nutstore calculates storage based on monthly traffic limits, rather than storage space. Currently, new users have 1GB of upload traffic and 3GB of download traffic. Of course, you can also pay to increase your traffic limit. Some may wonder what can be done with such small traffic limits. Nutstore is not suitable for storing large files, but its powerful features overshadow its limitations. For example, it has incremental backup functionality, which means that when you modify a file, you only need to upload the modified part instead of the entire file, greatly improving speed and saving bandwidth. In addition, it also has historical backup and other features, which are enough to outperform many other cloud storage services.

Nutstore can also be considered as a powerful sync service. The most important feature is that it supports a Linux client, so no matter what operating system you use, you can easily achieve synchronization. It is recommended for office or business users. Official website: www.jianguoyun.com

2. Microsoft OneDrive

OneDrive is a cloud storage service owned by Microsoft. Formerly known as SkyDrive, it was renamed OneDrive after losing a lawsuit. OneDrive is already pre-installed in Windows 10, indicating that Microsoft attaches great importance to it. However, recently Microsoft seems to have reclaimed some of the OneDrive storage space. Currently, OneDrive's sync functionality is still much more powerful than that of domestic cloud storage services. If you are a heavy user of Microsoft Office, using OneDrive together with it is an excellent choice. The downside is that the sync speed may be slower and it does not support a Linux client. In addition, you need a VPN to log in to the client for the first time, but once you log in successfully, you don't need a VPN for future syncs.

3. Dropbox

Dropbox is the best cloud storage service I have used. It has various features such as differential backup and incremental synchronization. Unfortunately, it has been blocked in China, so I can only recommend it as an alternative. The free user's storage space is limited, but you can invite friends or purchase more space. Official registration website: www.dropbox.com. You need a VPN to access it.

4. Google Drive

Google Drive integrates various services such as Google Photos. It provides 15GB of free storage, which is sufficient for basic needs. Unfortunately, many excellent services have been blocked in China, and if you want to use Google Drive, you need a VPN.

5. Self-hosted Cloud Storage

If you don't want to use any third-party cloud storage service, you can consider building your own. For example, the open-source OwnCloud and Bitsync (not a cloud storage service) are good options. However, this means you have to consider paying more and maintaining the system, as well as disaster recovery and backup. Therefore, it is recommended to leave professional matters to professionals. I hope the above introduction can help you find a suitable cloud storage service. If there are any shortcomings, please let me know. The above content is original, please indicate the source if reproduced.

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