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[Qu33n0f1c3]

While I was showering today I had an idea, and I wanted to know if you guys would be up for it.

Most of you know I love dropbox, and have been using it for storing files for the site for some time.

Then I thought, what if I set up the forum folder as a shared folder, and gave every user on this board access to it? Those with existing accounts could just link up, and anyone who doesn't have an account could sign up through a referral.

The folder would have RP backups, map images, character images and information, and each user would be allowed to make their own folder, titled their username, to be able to work within, save play-bys, leave documents, etc.

Would anyone be up for this? I think it could be really fun! You'd get little popups if someone updates a file, or if a new file is added, to let you know in real time that stuff is new and fresh.

Thoughts? Concerns? Give me feedback.

(Click HERE to get an account if you need one and are up for this.)

[Alison]

Since I had dropbox i decided to go for it. I really like the real time update notifications that you get. This means I will be able to read the old stuff on the go should i choose. Since I have dropbox on my phone. Everything so far is easy to find, just like it is on the forum. I liked this idea before it started, now seeing it in action is just great.

[Aether Engine]

Sounds like a good idea. Having a known place for back ups can help if things get screwy somehow.

Having a spot where people can write up documents and share them sounds particularly useful.

I guess there woudld be a need to make sure people be careful about playing around/saving documents at the same tiem to avoid having conflicting versions.

[Alison]

After seeing the updates overnight. I do like that the multimedia is seperate from the other RP information. Though I am missing the forum feel aspect of the sign ups/discussions being in with the rps themselves. I'm too used to the forum layout?

My own opinion is to have it like the forum is set up. Though I can also see the benefits of the current set up. My preference just goes to the former.

[Qu33n0f1c3]

What about the rest of you guys? I've seen people online. I could really use the opinions of people who aren't beta testers right now

[Qu33n0f1c3]

This is a second request for more feedback. Please? I was really excited about this.

[Speedy]

Not a good plan. A shared folder spreads the use among everyone's filesizes.

Basically, if I put in a 20 MB file, EVERYONE loses that from their maximum. A PUBLIC folder would work, but then other people couldn't put things in.

[Alison]

Upon checking I have 2.5 gig of free space. 20meg isn't much compared the to the amount you are given. I can't see that as a con point.

Does anyone have any view on how the dropbox folders should be set up? Anyone else planning to use it?

Oh can we add our stuff at all?

[Qu33n0f1c3]

There would be limitations on file sizes. No one would be allowed to upload so large a file at a time. I would maintain the space. Everyone gets two gigs to register. A couple hundred megabytes at the most for the site isn't going to break anyone's account.

And yes, you can add your own files. Aether tried it yesterday, adding a piece of fanart.

[ShadowCat]

I don't think its that bad an idea. I just don't use the program a ton so don't have much to say about it. I wouldn't know if Speeds concern is a big one or not. I have been thinking about it sense I saw the suggestion though. I do think for simple sharing of things it wouldn't be that bad. Hmm is there anyway to make a separate account for the site?

[Qu33n0f1c3]

I don't think so. dropbox logs your ip and might not let you make two accounts. if you don't use it much you likely have plenty of space to share.

so far I've really liked how it's done pop ups for new files. also, the user folders can act like a mailbox for people to give each other letters and messages.

[Speedy]

Dropbox allows you to make multiple accounts, you just need multiple email addresses.

And to be honest, the file size IS a minor concern for me, personally. I use my Dropbox mostly for school related things, and despite that I've managed to scrounge up the nice amount of 12.25 GB, over 10 GB is already full.. >_>;

[Qu33n0f1c3]

Then don't use it, Speedy. If it's that big a deal to you, don't use it. I just wanted to try and find a nice, fun way to get everyone on the site connected, together, as a community. You can go ahead and have your space worries and problems and don't get involved. It's your choice. Whatever you want to do. I don't see it being an issue for anyone else.

For those who are interested: Leave your email in a post on here, and I'll add you to the shared folder. I'll be drafting up basic rules tomorrow. Nothing invasive, just little ones to make sure nothing goes awry.

[Qu33n0f1c3]

To all the folks who tested this out: I'm looking for feedback.

I plan to restructure the community folder before I add everyone back. Was there anything you felt was annoying about the shared folder? Was there anything you would change? Did it take up too much space or was it not an issue?

Any and all feedback welcome--please say what you liked and hated.

[abadlex]

I don't see anything to be changed... In fact, I thought it was well organized.