Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services
On Wed, 2014-04-02 at 14:07 +0100, Alan Pope wrote: I'd recommend any users who use Ubuntu One file services read this blog post from our CEO, Jane Silber:- It's just a thought [and probably too late anyway] but what if all the free accounts were given the option to be paid accounts. With no more free a/c's surely there would be a way to make U1 a profit steam if the charging was aimed correctly. Perhaps Canonical has already looked into that thought about that option more than I have - in which case - pardon my ignorance. -- Bill B. [SuperEngineer] -- -Registered Linux User 523667- -Registered Ubuntu User 32366- -Free as in Freedom-- -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services
On 03/04/14 16:38, Bill B. wrote: On Wed, 2014-04-02 at 14:07 +0100, Alan Pope wrote: I'd recommend any users who use Ubuntu One file services read this blog post from our CEO, Jane Silber:- It's just a thought [and probably too late anyway] but what if all the free accounts were given the option to be paid accounts. With no more free a/c's surely there would be a way to make U1 a profit steam if the charging was aimed correctly. Perhaps Canonical has already looked into that thought about that option more than I have - in which case - pardon my ignorance. 99% of free accounts wouldn't go for paying and the numbers left after wouldn't stack up. They would have to charge far too much to cover the running costs. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services
On 2 de abril de 2014 17:36:29 GMT+01:00, Gareth France gareth.fra...@gmail.com wrote: On 02/04/14 17:12, Paul Tansom wrote: ** Alan Pope a...@popey.com [2014-04-02 14:58]: On 2 April 2014 14:19, Simon Greenwood sfgreenw...@gmail.com wrote: Seems to be http://blog.canonical.com/2014/04/02/shutting-down-ubuntu-one-file-services/ now Yeah, the blog date was massaged just after I sent the mail. Apparently people don't believe you if you post announcements with the date being 1st April. Who knew? :) ** end quote [Alan Pope] Ah well, I never did get it working on anything but my phone. I battled for a while and then stuck with Dropbox, not sure whether I'm glad of that now or not since I'm planning to move anyway as Dropbox have just completely screwed my data - This is the exact reason I stopped using U1 for anything heavy or important. It just wasn't intelligent enough to know what I wanted it to do. I was using U1 at the begining to sync my todolist (tomboy notes) across all my devices, even n900! But they stopped supporting that. now i was just using it to share files publicly. Plus, dropbox was blocked at work for security reasons. owncloud seems like the best option or one of those unhosted or torrent options. Wasn't own cloud a kde project? What is ubuntu going to use to sync phone and desktop? I feel it needs something by default to sync devices. to keep with the uniformity mentioned on the blog post. -- Enviado desde mi teléfono con K-9 Mail. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services
Seems to be http://blog.canonical.com/2014/04/02/shutting-down-ubuntu-one-file-services/now Hmm, maybe it's time to build my own owncloud... On 2 April 2014 14:07, Alan Pope a...@popey.com wrote: I'd recommend any users who use Ubuntu One file services read this blog post from our CEO, Jane Silber:- http://blog.canonical.com/2014/04/01/shutting-down-ubuntu-one-file-services/ Cheers, Al. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/ -- Twitter: @sfgreenwood TBA are particularly glib -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services
So what does that mean for those using the ubuntu backup facility with Ubuntu one? Colin On 2 April 2014 14:19, Simon Greenwood sfgreenw...@gmail.com wrote: Seems to be http://blog.canonical.com/2014/04/02/shutting-down-ubuntu-one-file-services/ now Hmm, maybe it's time to build my own owncloud... On 2 April 2014 14:07, Alan Pope a...@popey.com wrote: I'd recommend any users who use Ubuntu One file services read this blog post from our CEO, Jane Silber:- http://blog.canonical.com/2014/04/01/shutting-down-ubuntu-one-file-services/ Cheers, Al. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/ -- Twitter: @sfgreenwood TBA are particularly glib -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services
On 02/04/14 14:19, Simon Greenwood wrote: Seems to be http://blog.canonical.com/2014/04/02/shutting-down-ubuntu-one-file-services/ now Hmm, maybe it's time to build my own owncloud... On 2 April 2014 14:07, Alan Pope a...@popey.com mailto:a...@popey.com wrote: I'd recommend any users who use Ubuntu One file services read this blog post from our CEO, Jane Silber:- http://blog.canonical.com/2014/04/01/shutting-down-ubuntu-one-file-services/ Cheers, Al. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com mailto:ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/ -- Twitter: @sfgreenwood TBA are particularly glib Hi, Seems a shame but I can understand the reasoning behind it does mean that the next time I'm on a decent Internet connection (yes there are still parts of the UK that can only get less than 1mbs) I will have to spend it d-l'ing my content :( Pete S -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services
On 2 April 2014 14:19, Simon Greenwood sfgreenw...@gmail.com wrote: Seems to be http://blog.canonical.com/2014/04/02/shutting-down-ubuntu-one-file-services/ now Yeah, the blog date was massaged just after I sent the mail. Apparently people don't believe you if you post announcements with the date being 1st April. Who knew? :) Cheers, Al. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services
On Wed, 2014-04-02 at 14:07 +0100, Alan Pope wrote: I'd recommend any users who use Ubuntu One file services read this blog post from our CEO, Jane Silber:- http://blog.canonical.com/2014/04/01/shutting-down-ubuntu-one-file-services/ Cheers, Al. The most annoying thing - the U1 home page still wants you to sign up; - the services page still offers all the options for downloading apps. Has anyone else wondered if perhaps this has not been thought through properly? Sure, it was nice [ gratefully received] while it existed... but to discontinue and offer [con?] at the same time time is wrong gives a bad impression imho. However, I *do* thank Ubuntu for the free storage whilst it lasted and for offering reasonable notice [and an extension to reclaim ya stuff]. ...but 'tis a sad loss. -- Bill B. [SuperEngineer] -- -Registered Linux User 523667- -Registered Ubuntu User 32366- -Free as in Freedom-- -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services
From: boo...@gmail.com To: ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com Date: Wed, 2 Apr 2014 15:05:52 +0100 Subject: Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services On Wed, 2014-04-02 at 14:07 +0100, Alan Pope wrote: I'd recommend any users who use Ubuntu One file services read this blog post from our CEO, Jane Silber:- http://blog.canonical.com/2014/04/01/shutting-down-ubuntu-one-file-services/ Cheers, Al. The most annoying thing - the U1 home page still wants you to sign up; - the services page still offers all the options for downloading apps. Has anyone else wondered if perhaps this has not been thought through properly? Sure, it was nice [ gratefully received] while it existed... but to discontinue and offer [con?] at the same time time is wrong gives a bad impression imho. However, I *do* thank Ubuntu for the free storage whilst it lasted and for offering reasonable notice [and an extension to reclaim ya stuff]. ...but 'tis a sad loss. -- Bill B. [SuperEngineer] -- -Registered Linux User 523667- -Registered Ubuntu User 32366- -Free as in Freedom-- -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/ While there are file storage solutions out there, I also use U1 to sync my desktops - I sync a Keepass DB between my machines, and even a gramps folder. And I was even able to sync to my android phone. I shall miss U1 :( Any recommendations for replacement options? Can I do that with owncloud? thanks Mike Hingley -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services
On 02/04/14 15:22, Mike Hingley wrote: From: boo...@gmail.com To: ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com Date: Wed, 2 Apr 2014 15:05:52 +0100 Subject: Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services On Wed, 2014-04-02 at 14:07 +0100, Alan Pope wrote: I'd recommend any users who use Ubuntu One file services read this blog post from our CEO, Jane Silber:- http://blog.canonical.com/2014/04/01/shutting-down-ubuntu-one-file-services/ Cheers, Al. The most annoying thing - the U1 home page still wants you to sign up; - the services page still offers all the options for downloading apps. Has anyone else wondered if perhaps this has not been thought through properly? Sure, it was nice [ gratefully received] while it existed... but to discontinue and offer [con?] at the same time time is wrong gives a bad impression imho. However, I *do* thank Ubuntu for the free storage whilst it lasted and for offering reasonable notice [and an extension to reclaim ya stuff]. ...but 'tis a sad loss. -- Bill B. [SuperEngineer] -- -Registered Linux User 523667- -Registered Ubuntu User 32366- -Free as in Freedom-- -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/ While there are file storage solutions out there, I also use U1 to sync my desktops - I sync a Keepass DB between my machines, and even a gramps folder. And I was even able to sync to my android phone. I shall miss U1 :( Any recommendations for replacement options? Can I do that with owncloud? thanks Mike Hingley The link provided seems to be showing up as a 404 error. If what I've gathered from this post is correct that's very sad. It's so handy having my photos off my phone download to my desktop automatically. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services
Spideroak allows you to sync any file of folder anywhere on your computer. It is also encrypted with your password. Very nice. I'd recommend that, the rest of them just sync a folder, which is a bit annoying. Alistair On 2 Apr 2014 15:22, Mike Hingley computa_m...@hotmail.com wrote: From: boo...@gmail.com To: ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com Date: Wed, 2 Apr 2014 15:05:52 +0100 Subject: Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services On Wed, 2014-04-02 at 14:07 +0100, Alan Pope wrote: I'd recommend any users who use Ubuntu One file services read this blog post from our CEO, Jane Silber:- http://blog.canonical.com/2014/04/01/shutting-down-ubuntu-one-file-services/ Cheers, Al. The most annoying thing - the U1 home page still wants you to sign up; - the services page still offers all the options for downloading apps. Has anyone else wondered if perhaps this has not been thought through properly? Sure, it was nice [ gratefully received] while it existed... but to discontinue and offer [con?] at the same time time is wrong gives a bad impression imho. However, I *do* thank Ubuntu for the free storage whilst it lasted and for offering reasonable notice [and an extension to reclaim ya stuff]. ...but 'tis a sad loss. -- Bill B. [SuperEngineer] -- -Registered Linux User 523667- -Registered Ubuntu User 32366- -Free as in Freedom-- -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/ While there are file storage solutions out there, I also use U1 to sync my desktops - I sync a Keepass DB between my machines, and even a gramps folder. And I was even able to sync to my android phone. I shall miss U1 :( Any recommendations for replacement options? Can I do that with owncloud? thanks Mike Hingley -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services
On 2 April 2014 15:26, YaManicKill mailingl...@10people.co.uk wrote: Spideroak allows you to sync any file of folder anywhere on your computer. It is also encrypted with your password. Very nice. I'd recommend that, the rest of them just sync a folder, which is a bit annoying. Spideroak is about the best but it's not as consistent across machines as Ubuntu One. I've managed to confuse it considerably where Ubuntu One has hiccups but does seem to be consistent. s/ -- Twitter: @sfgreenwood TBA are particularly glib -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services
Having said that, I found Bitcasa just before Google Drive announced their $10 for a terabyte deal and use that as my offsite backup. No sync system but a supported FUSE based filesystem (in beta). If anyone fancies trying them out (and giving me a bit of extra space) they can do so by clicking here: http://l.bitcasa.com/n6j02kWQ s/ On 2 April 2014 15:29, Simon Greenwood sfgreenw...@gmail.com wrote: On 2 April 2014 15:26, YaManicKill mailingl...@10people.co.uk wrote: Spideroak allows you to sync any file of folder anywhere on your computer. It is also encrypted with your password. Very nice. I'd recommend that, the rest of them just sync a folder, which is a bit annoying. Spideroak is about the best but it's not as consistent across machines as Ubuntu One. I've managed to confuse it considerably where Ubuntu One has hiccups but does seem to be consistent. s/ -- Twitter: @sfgreenwood TBA are particularly glib -- Twitter: @sfgreenwood TBA are particularly glib -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services
On 2 April 2014 15:36, Simon Greenwood sfgreenw...@gmail.com wrote: Having said that, I found Bitcasa just before Google Drive announced their $10 for a terabyte deal and use that as my offsite backup. No sync system but a supported FUSE based filesystem (in beta). If anyone fancies trying them out (and giving me a bit of extra space) they can do so by clicking here: http://l.bitcasa.com/n6j02kWQ s/ I remember looking at them before, and they said they were working on a linux client. Just checked, and their beta is out: https://www.bitcasa.com/download-linux Alistair -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services
On Wed, 2014-04-02 at 14:22 +, Mike Hingley wrote: From: boo...@gmail.com To: ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com Date: Wed, 2 Apr 2014 15:05:52 +0100 Subject: Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services On Wed, 2014-04-02 at 14:07 +0100, Alan Pope wrote: I'd recommend any users who use Ubuntu One file services read this blog post from our CEO, Jane Silber:- http://blog.canonical.com/2014/04/01/shutting-down-ubuntu-one-file-services/ Cheers, Al. The most annoying thing - the U1 home page still wants you to sign up; - the services page still offers all the options for downloading apps. Has anyone else wondered if perhaps this has not been thought through properly? Sure, it was nice [ gratefully received] while it existed... but to discontinue and offer [con?] at the same time time is wrong gives a bad impression imho. However, I *do* thank Ubuntu for the free storage whilst it lasted and for offering reasonable notice [and an extension to reclaim ya stuff]. ...but 'tis a sad loss. -- Bill B. [SuperEngineer] -- -Registered Linux User 523667- -Registered Ubuntu User 32366- -Free as in Freedom-- -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/ While there are file storage solutions out there, I also use U1 to sync my desktops - I sync a Keepass DB between my machines, and even a gramps folder. And I was even able to sync to my android phone. I shall miss U1 :( Any recommendations for replacement options? Can I do that with owncloud? thanks Mike Hingley Mike, I always counted U1 as something that would someday fail or cease. as such I always carry a USB stick and all my synchronised stuff gets copied to that as well [I use grsync for what it's worth]. it really isn't too much effort to re-sync my pooters from the usb stick - but... not so nice as u! [sob]. I hope the close date is accurate - I've already asked interflora if they can send u1 a wreath! ;) holding back the tears... -- Bill B. [SuperEngineer] -- -Registered Linux User 523667- -Registered Ubuntu User 32366- -Free as in Freedom-- -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services
On Wednesday 02 Apr 2014 14:07:51 Alan Pope wrote: I'd recommend any users who use Ubuntu One file services read this blog post from our CEO, Jane Silber:- http://blog.canonical.com/2014/04/01/shutting-down-ubuntu-one-file-services/ Cheers, Al. Gave up with it after they didn't really bother trying to integrate it into Kubuntu as well. -- Registered Linux User #466407 http://counter.li.org -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services
On Wed, 2014-04-02 at 14:07 +0100, Alan Pope wrote: I'd recommend any users who use Ubuntu One file services read this blog post from our CEO, Jane Silber:- http://blog.canonical.com/2014/04/01/shutting-down-ubuntu-one-file-services/ Cheers, Al. It occurs to me that I *really* haven't sounded annoyed enough about this closure of what was [to me] a free service. Hurumph [is that better?] ;) -- Bill B. [SuperEngineer] -- -Registered Linux User 523667- -Registered Ubuntu User 32366- -Free as in Freedom-- -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services
I'd recommend any users who use Ubuntu One file services read this blog post from our CEO, Jane Silber:- http://blog.canonical.com/2014/04/01/shutting-down-ubuntu-one-file-services/ All files removed from Ubuntu One. Android app removed from my Samsung S3. As a Kubuntu user, Ubuntu One never really got used here as the integration with my OS was simply not there. Anyway, it was free storage as far as I am concerned so I won't complain. ;o) -- Paul White -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services
** Alan Pope a...@popey.com [2014-04-02 14:58]: On 2 April 2014 14:19, Simon Greenwood sfgreenw...@gmail.com wrote: Seems to be http://blog.canonical.com/2014/04/02/shutting-down-ubuntu-one-file-services/ now Yeah, the blog date was massaged just after I sent the mail. Apparently people don't believe you if you post announcements with the date being 1st April. Who knew? :) ** end quote [Alan Pope] Ah well, I never did get it working on anything but my phone. I battled for a while and then stuck with Dropbox, not sure whether I'm glad of that now or not since I'm planning to move anyway as Dropbox have just completely screwed my data - I tidied things up and reorganised directories and following that they've synced all my changes up to the server and all the files on the server that were in the original locations have been sync'd back down to my PC. Unfortunately I didn't twig quickly enough, so with applications remembering where documents were I now have some updates in the new locations and some in the old. To make matters worse some of my personal files have been sync'd up to a shared folder that I don't own (only my wife's but it could have been worse). Any chance the U1 software will be released as packages in the Ubuntu repositories? Clearly somebody needs to take on maintenance of it, but it could be an interesting competitor to Owncloud. Younited from F-Secure is where I was thinking of moving, but I'm having issues getting the Windows client installed (not a major issue as I rarely use Windows). More significantly the Linux client (in beta) doesn't support 32 bit (there goes support for my netbook) or Ubuntu 12.04 (another problem for my netbook). Off to investigate Owncloud and SpiderOak I think! -- Paul Tansom | Aptanet Ltd. | http://www.aptanet.com/ | 023 9238 0001 = Registered in England | Company No: 4905028 | Registered Office: Ralls House, Parklands Business Park, Forrest Road, Denmead, Waterlooville, Hants, PO7 6XP -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services
Hi Al -- Any chance of releasing the server source, now that the project is being discontinued? Kind regards, travis On 02/04/14 15:22, ubuntu-uk-requ...@lists.ubuntu.com wrote: Date: Wed, 2 Apr 2014 14:07:51 +0100 From: Alan Pope a...@popey.com To: British Ubuntu Talk ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com Subject: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services Message-ID: CAJQXycdSt9gX92OEA3uHAi+zkgyTJCDVhqCjTyaW+3PA=gr...@mail.gmail.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8 I'd recommend any users who use Ubuntu One file services read this blog post from our CEO, Jane Silber:- http://blog.canonical.com/2014/04/01/shutting-down-ubuntu-one-file-services/ Cheers, Al. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services
On 2 April 2014 19:13, TT Mooney ttmoo...@dilettantism.com wrote: Any chance of releasing the server source, now that the project is being discontinued? Additionally, we continue to believe in the Ubuntu One file services, the quality of the code, and the user experience, so will release the code as open source software to give others an opportunity to build on this code to create an open source file syncing platform. :) -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services
Someday I'll learn to read all the way through before asking questions. Someday! On 02/04/14 19:15, ubuntu-uk-requ...@lists.ubuntu.com wrote: Date: Wed, 2 Apr 2014 19:15:07 +0100 From: Alan Pope a...@popey.com To: UK Ubuntu Talk ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com Subject: Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services Message-ID: cajqxyccexpwtpnkwrdv9o0jmyjs+ejabqj6aa3g9nvrxnjp...@mail.gmail.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8 On 2 April 2014 19:13, TT Mooney ttmoo...@dilettantism.com wrote: Any chance of releasing the server source, now that the project is being discontinued? Additionally, we continue to believe in the Ubuntu One file services, the quality of the code, and the user experience, so will release the code as open source software to give others an opportunity to build on this code to create an open source file syncing platform. :) -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Shutting down Ubuntu One file services
On 02/04/14 17:12, Paul Tansom wrote: Ah well, I never did get it working on anything but my phone. I battled for a while and then stuck with Dropbox, not sure whether I'm glad of that now or not since I'm planning to move anyway as Dropbox have just completely screwed my data - I tidied things up and reorganised directories and following that they've synced all my changes up to the server and all the files on the server that were in the original locations have been sync'd back down to my PC. I set up dropbox way back and found it useful, but stuck with U1 for all the important stuff. I got around some of the Dropbox problems by creating symlinks in the dropbox directory to all the directories I wanted to sync. I think I'll be going back to that method, but - sigh! - I really liked U1 in spite of its quirks. Regards,Barry. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
