Onedrive - what is this program and how to use it?

OneDrive is a cloud-storage, created ten years ago by Microsoft experts, it is a component of the service package-online. Previously it was called SkyDrive, but after the lawsuit of the British company the sign had to be changed, although the functions did not change. Many users have already appreciated its advantages.

OneDrive - what is it?

What is OneDrive is a storage-online for important materials, initially provided space for 7 GB, then the amount was reduced to 1 GB. Constant improvements in software products by Microsoft experts made it possible to open access to 15 GB on a remote server. For those who have a Microsoft account and legal service packs, even 25 GB is available. If you want, you can add more. This program is convenient because:

• there is a preview of records in the form of thumbnails or slides;
• you can determine the level of access yourself, from personal to "for all";
• There are applications for androids and iPhones;
• for business you can get an independent version of the program;
• the procedure for uploading files is simplified;
• users can exchange materials;
• you can create office documents online.

Why do you need Microsoft OneDrive?

The Microsoft OneDrive cloud allows you to store many documents and videos without cluttering the computer's memory, access to the storage is easy to get even through Android, Symbian and Xbox. The principle of operation is the same as for other file synchronization services. A folder is created, where files are placed that are accessible from different devices, where the OneDrive account is used.

The main thing is the presence of the Internet and the installation of a special client. Why OneDrive is needed - this program opens almost unlimited possibilities for storing important information, and:

• automatic saving of videos and photos;
• instant sending of materials to social profiles;
• mailbox and the ability to work with materials online.

Which is better - OneDrive or Dropbox?

Many users think that it's better - OneDrive or Dropbox? Specialists note that both operate on the same model: they synchronize online storage with a computer or tablet, specifying the synchronization folders. Short comparative characteristics:

1. OneDrive and Dropbox provide the ability to edit materials that are then synchronized with the online version.
2. Both do not open the use of the version history log from the desktop application.
3. Unlike OneDrive, Dropbox gives a web link in the home menu to this log.
4. Dropbox presents a short log of file changes and provides the ability to take screenshots, and OneDrive does not.
5. Do not give chances to encrypt files manually.

How to use OneDrive?

OneDrive is a service in which you can store up to 5 GB of information absolutely free of charge, many are quite enough of this space. To use OneDrive is simple, the main thing is to strictly follow the instructions. First, you need to register a Microsoft entry. This is done in three steps:

1. Make sure that you have the latest version of Windows. To register, you need to use the Hotmail mail box.
2. Log in with your Microsoft account. To do this, click "Start", then - "Options", then - "Accounts" - "Your account".
3. You will exit the local account on the Microsoft account. When you later download Windows, you must provide a username and password from the Microsoft entry.

OneDrive-registration requires the next step: enter the application, with the email and password. Immediately, the synchronization of files will start automatically. Select the folder for the files to be synchronized, transfer the materials to the OneDrive folder. How can I automatically save photos and videos with this service? During the installation of the application, a window will appear, where you will be asked to enable autosave on a remote disk.

How to connect OneDrive?

OneDrive - what is this program, and how to create an account in OneDrive? You need to go to "this computer", click on "computer", select "connect network drive". Scheme of action next:

1. Select the name of the disk, check the box next to "Restore the connection when you log on".
2. In the folder location graph, enter docs.live.net@SSL and - userid_id. To find out the identifier, you need to go to OneDrive, open one of the directories and copy the data in the address bar that are between "? Id =" and "%".
3. Click "Finish".

How to invite friends for OneDrive?

The OneDrive application is very convenient, but many would gladly increase the number of gigabytes on the cloud. Microsoft gives 500 MB for each guest. The maximum number of gift "places" - 10 GB. How to invite friends? The scheme of actions is as follows:

1. Go to OneDrive, then - to "store management".
2. Click on the line "Increase storage space", select "Bonus for invitations".
3. A referral link will appear, friends can become users on it.

OneDrive Update

Sometimes users have a problem: why is not OneDrive updated? For those who use Office-365 for business, with the application "click and work", the update is automatic, the main thing is that this feature is enabled. If problems arise, first you need to make sure which technologies your applications are installed on. You can update OneDrive like this:

1. In the Office application, select File, then Account.
2. In the "Product Information" section, find the line "Office Updates".
3. If in the update parameters it is noted that "updates are downloaded and installed automatically", then the applications were installed using the technology "click and work".
4. Click the button "Enable Updates".

How to increase the seat of OneDrive?

For many users, the place on the cloud, offered initially, is inadequate, and it is not always possible to fix the situation with the help of friends. How to increase OneDrive? It is possible to get 1 terabyte of free space, but for this you need to subscribe to the Office-365 package. The price is palpable, but it's a benefit too. Because immediately opens unrestricted access to many valuable programs, not to mention OneDrive on operating systems.

How to disable OneDrive?

There are situations where users want to disable Microsoft's OneDrive, but do not know in what way. There are several methods, they work the same way, each user chooses which one to use easier. The most popular are three:

1. In the "Run" menu, click the "gpedit.msc" command or go through the administrative templates to the system settings. Select the "OneDrive" section. In the parameters there will be a window where you want to prevent saving files in the cloud.
2. You can disable it through the registry. Through the command "regedit" go to the editor, then the chain "HKEY_- LOCAL_- MACHINE" - to the "Software" section. Next - through the settings of Microsoft - in OneDrive. Click the mouse on the right to create the DWORD parameter. Exit the registry and restart the machine.
3. The easiest option. Through the settings go to "OneDrive", go to the file store. Find the line "saving documents by default". Put the "turn off".

How to remove OneDrive?

OneDrive is a very useful application, what kind of program it is, more or less understandable. If necessary, you can remove it, but it will only be installed again if you reinstall Windows. This aspect is very important to consider, but if the service is not needed and the solution is final, then the question immediately arises: how to remove Microsoft OneDrive? The easiest way is to disable saving documents to the repository:

1. Click on the "Win" icon, select "Find".
2. In the search box, enter the words "computer settings".
3. Select the option of the same name.
4. In the list of options, click on "OneDrive".
5. The function "file storage" will appear, there put the icon on the "turn off" position.