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@elena@aseachange.com · 6d ago
Forget trad wives, the new influencer trend should be #NerdWives. "Hey honey, I turned our old computer into a server so I could set up a #fediverse instance for our child and her friends." "Hey all, today I am showing you #NextCloud as an alternative to #Dropbox and #GoogleDrive." "Get ready with me! Today I am showing you how I check in with my friends with off-grid mesh radio first thing in the morning." How awesome would this be? I mean, finally a trend where people LEARN SOMETHING and are more empowered as a result. (Forever grateful to my Fedi friends for all the inspiration and encouragement in trying new tools) ❤️​ #MySoCalledSudoLife
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@newsgroup@social.vir.group · 6d ago

Which instance or server are you using? #Nextcloud #Privacy #SelfHosting #CloudStorage #OpenSource #DigitalSovereignty #GoogleDrive #Dropbox

Google Drive
5.9% (1)
Dropbox
0.0% (0)
OneDrive
5.9% (1)
Other
88.2% (15)
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@newsgroup@social.vir.group · 6d ago
Google Drive, Dropbox, and OneDrive are convenient services that millions use daily. But behind that convenience lies a cost that few acknowledge: your files are stored on servers owned by corporations that have full access to your data. They analyze your documents, your photos, your spreadsheets—for product improvement, targeted advertising, or simply because they can. If you store sensitive information—business correspondence, medical records, legal documents, financial statements—the risk is even greater. Google can freeze your account at any moment, and with it, access to everything stored there. This has already happened to thousands of users worldwide. Nextcloud is the answer. It is open-source software for building your own cloud server on your own hardware. Your files on your hardware, under your control, without any third parties. Nextcloud has evolved far beyond simple file storage: File sync across Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android with versioning and sharing Online document editing through Collabora or OnlyOffice Calendar and contacts via CalDAV/CardDAV Video conferencing and chat Photo backup with face and object recognition Email client, notes, kanban boards, forms, and hundreds more apps through the app store Hardware requirements are surprisingly modest. For 1-5 users, a Raspberry Pi 4 with 4GB RAM and an SSD works perfectly. An old laptop from 2015 or later is another excellent option. A VPS for a few dollars per month is ideal for those who prefer not to keep hardware at home. Installation via Docker Compose or Nextcloud AIO takes 15-30 minutes. Desktop and mobile clients provide automatic sync like Dropbox. Calendar and contacts sync without Google or Apple. Self-hosted means self-responsibility: strong passwords, two-factor authentication, SSL certificates, regular updates, backups, and firewall configuration. But the reward is priceless: certainty that your data is truly yours. Nextcloud in 2026 is mature, stable, and feature-rich. It does not fall short of Google Drive in functionality. In privacy and control, it surpasses it by orders of magnitude. Start with Nextcloud AIO on an inexpensive VPS. In one or two hours, you will have a fully functional cloud storage system open only to you. This is one of the most important steps toward digital independence. https://newsgroup.site/nextcloud-self-hosted-cloud-storage-guide-2026/ #Nextcloud #Privacy #SelfHosting #CloudStorage #OpenSource #DigitalSovereignty #GoogleDrive #Dropbox
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@ItalianNews@mastodon.ozioso.online · Mar 31, 2026
Punto Informatico: Google Drive scansiona i file caricati per rilevare ransomware Google Drive per desktop rileva gli attacchi ransomware, blocca la sincronizzazione e permette il ripristino dei file compromessi. The post Google Drive scansiona i file caricati per rilevare ransomware appeared first on Punto Informatico. Google Drive scans uploaded files for ransomware. Google Drive for desktop detects ransomware attacks, blocks synchronization, and allows recovery of compromised files. The post Google Drive scans uploaded files to detect ransomware appeared first on Punto Informatico. #GoogleDrive #first #PuntoInformatico https://www.punto-informatico.it/google-drive-scansiona-file-caricati-rilevare-ransomware/
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@Manoj@flipboard.social · Feb 26, 2026
Running out of space? Stop paying for more! Learn how to get 500 GB of verified free cloud storage. Our updated tips work for everyone and let you store more—completely worry-free. Read more 👉 https://lttr.ai/AokJd #CloudStorage #Dropbox #GoogleDrive
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@Manoj@flipboard.social · Feb 12, 2026
500 GB of cloud storage, no credit card, no catch! Upgrade your digital life with the most up-to-date methods for securing free storage space. Say goodbye to clutter and hello to freedom! Curious how it’s done? https://lttr.ai/AoG6q #CloudStorage #Dropbox #GoogleDrive
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@askubuntu__dup_31630@ubuntu.social · Feb 01, 2026
Google drive seems to be no longer integrated with the Nautilus file browser, how to fix? #nautilus #googledrive https://askubuntu.com/q/1563482/612
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@pasci_lei@social.pascal-leinert.de · Feb 01, 2026
Ich habe vor allem #GoogleDrive, neben halt meinen Offline-Downloads, als mein "Off-Site-Backup" genutzt, aber dafür werde ich wohl entweder #ProtonDrive oder #MEGA nutzen, wenn nicht sogar beides. #DID #DiDay #DigitalIndipendence #DigitalIndipendenceDay
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@askubuntu__dup_31630@ubuntu.social · Jan 31, 2026
Cannot connect to Google account from Ubuntu 22.04 #2204 #onlineaccounts #googledrive https://askubuntu.com/q/1563438/612
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@askubuntu__dup_31630@ubuntu.social · Jan 30, 2026
Cannot connect to Google account from Ubuntu 22.04 #onlineaccounts #googledrive https://askubuntu.com/q/1563438/612
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