Pros
You can upload files of any size, set user access permissions and benefit from the accessibility of the cloud while utilizing local storage.
Cons
It doesn’t have the ability to stream media, but this isn’t something business users are likely to miss.
It doesn’t have the ability to stream media, but this isn’t something business users are likely to miss.
The Verdict:
9.65/10
Easy to operate and robust in functionality, Egnyte is the go-to cloud solution for professionals and businesses.Egnyte’s rich feature set is one clearly tailored for businesses, with comprehensive file support, versatile file sharing and robust security measures. The service provides first-rate file support, allowing you to store virtually any type of file, including Word documents, slideshows, videos and more. You can even store music files, though you’ll need a third-party player to stream them.
A few of the cloud services we came across limit file size when you are uploading to your account via the web interface. Egnyte has no such limitations, allowing you to conveniently and easily upload any size and type of file.
One notable difference between Egnyte and the other services we reviewed is one that further demonstrates its readiness for business users: custom branding. Your unique Egnyte domain can be customized to reflect your brand. You can implement your logo on the Egnyte interface, message headers and more. The service also provides a custom access URL, allowing you to incorporate your company name into your Egnyte access URL.
Another standout feature of Egnyte is its file sharing. You can easily share files and collaborate with remote individuals from a single centralized access point. This in and of itself isn’t necessarily noteworthy, considering many other cloud services also provide file sharing; what is, however, is the service’s exhaustive folder management capabilities. Detailed folder permissions allow you to define tight rules around access to certain data, which is especially important if you are housing sensitive or confidential information that not every user should be privy to. Not only can you specify what users can see what folders, you can also set permissions that give specific users the ability to edit and delete files.
Aside from user access permissions, Egnyte employs several stringent security measures to safeguard your data. All file transmissions to and from the Egnyte cloud file server are encrypted using 256-bit AES over SSL. Furthermore, all users are authenticated with a username and password, and as an administrator, you retain full control over access rights of all users and guests that you share data with.
As a hybrid cloud and local storage solution, Egnyte conveniently provides continual and automatic synchronization between local files and online copies. Surprisingly, not all cloud services we reviewed provide automatic syncing, and Egnyte’s inclusion of this feature ensures you can access once-inaccessible files from any internet connection.
Mobile Access
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Egnyte fully leverages mobile devices to provide widespread accessibility to your files on the go. The cloud service boasts apps for some of the most popular and widely used handheld devices, including the iPhone, iPad, Windows Mobile and devices with the Android and HP webOS operating systems.The cloud service has yet to roll out apps exclusively for BlackBerry, however, your customized Egnyte domain can be accessed through any mobile web browser.
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What we found most impressive regarding Egnyte’s mobile access is the fact that you can actually edit, not just view, files through their mobile applications. This is an important but often overlooked function as regards cloud services and one that further enhances the service’s overall usability.
Ease of Use
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Within minutes we were able to log into our customized domain, create folders and upload files. Uploading is straightforward and remarkably fast, with single files uploaded in a mere second. Even uploading multiple files simultaneously (through the Java uploader) was noticeably quick; we were able to upload three folders containing more than 260 files in less than three minutes. Uploading via FTP is another option for larger files. Testing access to our account on a mobile browser proved just as easy.
Help & Support
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Egnyte bolsters its appeal to businesses of all sizes and technical abilities with a vast array of highly useful help and support options. The help options within the interface alone are
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The interface’s helpdesk link takes you directly to Egnyte customer support online for more individual support. Here you can search Egnyte’s knowledgebase and forums by keyword or browse the comprehensive and categorized list of FAQs.
Egnyte Summary:
This cloud service clearly is not a viable option for consumers. But for professionals and businesses of any size, Egnyte’s hybrid approach to cloud computing and storage can be a cost-efficient and productive solution. The cloud service delivers a generous feature set, replete with vast file support, flexible mobile access and informative support resources. Whether your company has two or twenty employees, Egnyte constitutes a powerful, enterprise-level cloud solution that business users will find appealing.
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