Introduction
Nextcloud is an open source software that allows users to build online storage like Dropbox or Google Drive.
The web screen is multilingual and can be displayed not only in English but also in other languages.
Compared to online storage and file sharing services such as Box and GoogleDrive for enterprises, it is highly functional yet low-cost to operate.
Software Features
Sophisticated file management features
In addition to basic drag-and-drop file upload and simple browsing of specific files such as text, PDF, and video, the software also has the ability to generate URL links and transfer files to third parties, as well as a full-text search function.
Plug-ins and Apps
In addition to the basic functions, Nextcloud allows users to install many functions called plug-ins and apps. Currently, more than 180 plug-ins and apps are available. Plug-in apps such as calendar and task management can be used to further enhance document management.
Nextcloud is capable of withstanding high volume of users and large scale environments.
Nextcloud has already been introduced and used by universities and companies in many cases throughout the WorldWide. It can be used for tens of thousands of users in a large, redundant configuration.
Dedicated mobile apps are available free of charge
Nextcloud has a dedicated iPhone and iPad app available free of charge; Android is currently in beta. In addition, since Nextcloud works with the WebDav protocol, general WebDav client software and smartphone apps are also available.
Features provided
File management
- Upload files (drag & drop also available)
- Delete files
- File downloading
- Full-text search functionality
- Browse specific files such as text/PDF/video
- File versioning
- File sharing
- Create folders and files
Version Control
Nextcloud can manage versions of files when they are updated. It is possible to check the version history of files, refer to past version files, and restore them.
External storage linkage function
Nextcloud stores uploaded files in the local file system. Additionally, data can be saved to external storage by connecting Nextcloud's external storage function.
Supported external storages are as follows.
- CIFS
- FTP / SFTP
- WebDAV
- Amazon S3
- OpenStack Object Storage
