Cloud-based Software

Google Drive, One Drive, etc...

Cloud Backup - Google Drive

WHY Google Drive/ OneDrive? Some of the BENEFITS include:

Installing and Backing up FILES on Google Drive: Windows Computer

1. Download and Install Google Drive: https://www.google.com/drive/download/

2. Backing Up Your Computer Files:

OPTIONAL BUT RECOMMENDED

3. Set Up Automatic Backup:

Installing and Backing up FILES on Google Drive: Mac OS X

1. Download and Install Google Drive: https://www.google.com/drive/download/

2. Backing Up Your Computer Files:

OPTIONAL BUT RECOMMENDED

3. Set Up Automatic Backup

It’s highly recommended to periodically check your Google Drive to ensure all desired files are backed up and up to date.

That's it! You've successfully downloaded and installed Google Drive on your Windows/ Mac OS X computer and backed up your important files to the cloud.

Additionally, Google maintains an active support site: https://support.google.com/drive/

And then, there’s always YouTube! 

Need more help?  >>>> Submit a help ticket! We’re here to help you. 

Cloud Backup - Microsoft OneDrive

Installing and Backing up FILES on Microsoft OneDrive: Windows Computer

If you are using a SJSU-provided computer OneDrive is pre-installed. You can find it in the Start Menu or by searching for it. Otherwise, follow the instructions below:

1. Download and Install OneDrive: https://drive.live.com/

2. Backing Up Your Computer Files:

Installing and Backing up FILES on Microsoft OneDrive: MAC OS X

1. Download and Install OneDrive: https://drive.live.com/ or Download From the Mac App Store.

 2. Backing Up Your Computer Files:

You have now installed OneDrive, set it up, and backed up your computer files to the cloud.

Need more help?  >>>> Submit a help ticket! We’re here to help you. 

Migrating from Dropbox to Google Backup and Sync

 

  1. Create a folder on Google Drive (web interface) which you would like to have synced with your Dropbox files. 
  2. Download and Install Google Backup and Sync
  3. Click on the Google Backup and Sync tray icon or quick launch icon (looks like a cloud with an up arrow)
  4. A setup window will pop up
  5. Sign in to your MLML Google Account
  6. In the “My Laptop” section (May say “My Desktop” if you have a Desktop or “My Macbook”, etc.), uncheck all boxes.
  7. In the Google Drive section, check the folder in your Google Drive you created earlier for your Dropbox files. It will also sync everything not in a folder (In your Google Drive base folder).
    1. If you would like to sync your entire Google Drive, check "Sync My Drive to this computer" at the top.
  8. Move your Dropbox files into the folder with the name that you created earlier, within the Google Drive folder on your computer.
  9. Finish up and let your files sync (this will take awhile)
  10. You can access these settings later by clicking on the Google Backup And Sync icon, clicking the three vertical dots icon, and clicking preferences