You must have heard of Cloud Computing, right? The term refers to a not-so-new model of technology, but allows greater flexibility to manage your files across multiple devices. Once you create or upload a file to the cloud, it will be available for you to access any device connected to the internet.
Basically, that's it. Of course there are other strands of Cloud Computing, one of them is running apps and games directly from the cloud, but the issue I bring you here is file management.

But after all, what is this "cloud“?

The cloud we refer to is nothing more than an Internet-connected server. When you send a file to the cloud, you are saving that file on the HD of one or more connected servers on the network, becoming available to you whenever you need it.

But is that safe?

It is difficult to affirm the security of any cloud computing service, as well as safe and password protected and encryption, there are isolated cases of data leak. An example of this was the recent iCloud cloud service offered by Apple to users of your devices. Terabytes of photos have been leaked, including several famous actresses who own an iPhone.
But as mentioned earlier, they are isolated cases and it is not possible to indicate which service is the safest. There are some that offer a plus in data encryption, others in secure device authentication. Each with his own technology.

Microsoft OneDrive

Microsoft was one of the pioneers in offering a cloud computing service to its users with Windows Live Folders back in 2007. The service was available to U.S. users and offered 5GB of free storage to anyone who owned a Microsoft account. In 2008 the service was renamed to Windows Live Skydrive and arrived in Brazil, already offering 25GB of storage.
With the launch of Windows 8 and the reformulation of the company's services, Microsoft has decided to rename once again its service that now accounts for OneDrive.
With OneDrive you can store up to 15GB of files in the free plan and still have a 3GB plus if you enable photo backup on your smartphone, totaling 18GB in your account. If you need more space, there are monthly and annual plans for a very attractive value.
OneDrive features mobile apps for Android, iOS and Windows Phone. Of course, in addition to being able to access your files from any internet browser, there are specific applications for Windows, Mac OSX and Xbox, i.e. you can manage and share your files from anywhere. In addition, all OneDrive accounts include a version of Office Online, allowing you to create and edit documents anywhere.

Creating an account in OneDrive

To create an account in OneDrive you must access this site Here.. On the page that opened, click the link "Sign Up Now" as shown below.

On the next page, enter your data for registration. You can use your Gmail email, Yahoo!, or create a new Microsoft email, just select this option right below the field to enter the email. Remember that you will need to confirm the email address after registration, so enter one that you have access to.

After entering your data and sending the registration, you will need to confirm the email you have informed. To do so, Microsoft will send an automatic message to the informed email, just access your email account and click the confirmation link.

After checking your identity, you will see the OneDrive home screen. It is possible that a mini-tutorial of how to use it efficiently appears, I suggest reading to resolve possible doubts related to the service.

By default OneDrive automatically creates two folders: Documents and Images. You do not necessarily need to use them and, if you want, you can delete or rename them.
To send your files through the web interface, just click "load" on the top bar and select the file or folder you want to send. Exactly, it is possible to send an entire folder as well ;). The same happens for creating a file or folder, just click on the "create" button and select the desired file. When selecting the creation of a document, spreadsheet or powerpoint presentation, a new window will be opened with Office Online for editing the file, even without you having Office Installed on the computer you are accessing. In the case of a tablet or smartphone, it is necessary to install Office Mobile, which is available for free for iOS and Android.

The files created in OneDrive are saved automatically every issue, so you do not run the risk of losing any modifications made or typed text.

On Windows

OneDrive has native Windows 8.1 integration, just access the app and set up your account. In versions 8 and 7, it is necessary download the application. Once the application is configured, a OneDrive folder will be created on your computer for the sync between the files. The folder makes it easy to upload files by simply paste or drag them to it, which will automatically sync with the cloud.

On iOS (iPhone/iPad)

To download OneDrive to iOS just access AppStore or click here. Remembering that to edit and create documents on iOS it is necessary to install Office Mobile, a free application that can be found in AppStore.

On Android

OneDrive app for Android is available in the Play Store and you can download click here. In short, the app has the same functions as the iOS version and also requires Office Mobile to edit and create documents.

Conclusion

OneDrive is an excellent service for you to store and access your files wherever it is. As long as you have a device with internet connection, you can view, download and edit your files. The advantages of using a service like this are many, just align with your needs and ready. I, for example, use several similar services, but OneDrive is the main one to store work files and studies. When I need to share a file with someone, just send it to OneDrive and create a sharing link, so anyone has access to it. There is also the possibility of choosing who will have access by choosing email from friends for authentication.
Interested? Just click on this address and create your account: Onedrive. live.com