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Google Drive is a file storage and synchronization service which enables user cloud storage, file sharing and collaborative editing. You are able to use Google Drive with browser or client software. Supported mobile clients are Android (2.1 or newer), iOS (5.0 or newer). Free storage space is 15GB, you can buy more (for exampla 1TB is 9.99$/month) service. User can upload, store and share files and synchronize files between different devices. Service can be used with a browser or with client software on computers, tablet computers and smart phones. Files can created and edited using Google Docs functionality (documents, spreadsheets and presentations). |
There are limitations in file sharing. Service's funding model is "freemium". Free storage space is 15 GB, after which the service is subject to a charge. The service can also be used as a part of Google Apps company account, although the service is primarily for consumers.
Supported browsers are Chrome, Firefox, Safari and Internet Explorer. Workstation applications are available for Windows and Mac computers. Supported mobile devices are Android devices and iOS devices (iPhone, iPad).
Terms of Service & Privacy Policy
Terms of Service: http://www.google.com/intl/fi/policies/terms/
Privacy Policy: http://www.google.com/intl/fi/policies/privacy/
Evaluation (12 June 201410 November 2015)
Google has unified the majority of its services (Gmail, Google Drive, Google+, YouTube) under a single Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
Google collects vast amounts of information of the users which it uses to tailor advertising to single specific users. The collected information includes device information, log information, location information, unique application numbers, local storage and cookies. With the use of cookies, Google also tracks users on other websites.
Registration asks to input first name, last name, birthday and gender in addition to creating the username and password.
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