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git-annex vs PairDrop

A side-by-side look at git-annex and PairDrop. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

git-annex

git-annex

Development

git-annex is a tool that allows managing files with git, without checking the file contents into git. It allows linking external files and directories into a git repository and synchronizing between different computers.

gitfile-managementversion-controlopen-source
PairDrop

PairDrop

File Sharing

PairDrop is a file sharing service that allows users to easily share files and folders with others. It has simple drag-and-drop functionality to upload files which then generate a unique link to share. It stores files securely in the cloud and allows setting passwords and expiration dates on shared links.

file-sharingcloud-storagelink-sharingdrag-and-drop

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