Like Dropbox, but Fully Open Source

NextCloud Comparison

NextCloud enables professional, stable cloud solutions under your management. EasyData has used it for years with a secure NextCloud server in our datacenter. We chose NextCloud because of its open-source structure. As NextCloud states on their website:

The AGPLv3 guarantees all users can legally use, study, share and improve the software without risks.

This platform originated as a fork from another Dropbox-like service called ownCloud. As often happens, disagreements led developers to create an alternative Internet storage with freedom and simplcity instead. EasyData embraced this technology to deliver our innovative cloud software solutions. For a detailed comparison, check this link.

Great file sharing platform, but what does it cost?

A common question we might ask at birthday parties in the Netherlands. The business model isn’t complicated, it’s similar to Red Hat, the well-known Linux operating system. This model connects Red Hat engineers with open source communities where participants collaborate to share and implement the best ideas. EasyData engineers also participate in various open source communities.

A key benefit of active open-source communities:

More eyes, more security

The open source development model often creates more secure software. Why? Because when everyone can access the code, threats get spotted and fixed faster. To learn more about Red Hat’s approach, check their business model here and current stock price here.

Why does EasyData use NextCloud?

First, for all the above benefits. Over years of use in our datacenter, This great Dropbox alternative has proven itself as an excellent file sharing system.

While EasyData doesn’t typically offer external cloud storage, we make exceptions for clients with intensive data transfer projects.

NextCloud is now a proven file exchange system. Users can share files directly through the web client or integrate with Windows Explorer via the desktop app. NextCloud delivers functionality through various cloud computing models, with clients available for Windows, macOS and Linux here.