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2014-01-08, 08:24 PM (ISO 8601)
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How do you move a file from one computer to a different comptuer?
I was trying to send a file to some of my players in a gaming campaign.. and realized, after I'd compiled everything; I haven't the slightest clue how to transfer files.
So I decided to come here, and see if anyone could explain it to me.Meow(Steam page)
[I]"If you are far from this regions, there is a case what the game playing can not be comfortable.["/I]
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2014-01-08, 08:48 PM (ISO 8601)
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- May 2012
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- The Algol System
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Re: How do you move a file from one computer to a different comptuer?
Obligatory xkcd
If USB file sharing isn't feasible, I'd suggest email or cloud-type storage (Google Drive being probably the easiest to use, assuming you both have a gmail account).
If you send via email, there should be a button that says "attach file", which will let you put in send anything up to 25MB (normally).
Google Drive (and I would assume other cloud-type storages have this as well) has a nice, large "Upload" button, from which you can select and upload your file in the same way you'd attach it to an email. After that's done, set the sharing preferences to "anyone with link may view", and send them the link to the file (it should be available in the sharing preferences box, but if not, you can grab the link from your URL bar).
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2014-01-08, 08:59 PM (ISO 8601)
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- Sep 2009
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- Where ever trouble brews
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Re: How do you move a file from one computer to a different comptuer?
Google it.
Gmail lets you move some pretty big files around. Signing up is pretty quick. What, you thought I was telling you to search for an answer yourself? Pah.
Most chat programs have a file transfering system of some sort. MIRC for sure has it, I'm pretty sure Skype has one. MS Instant Messenger had one last time I checked. AIM had one years ago, not sure if it's still any good.
And yeah, flash cards/USB keys + car or mail work.~~Courage is not the lack of fear~~
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2014-01-08, 09:27 PM (ISO 8601)
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- Jun 2011
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Re: How do you move a file from one computer to a different comptuer?
I feel a little silly about having forgotten gmail.
I'll try that then(since it's an online rather than in person campaign), thank you for helping me remember it
Also, what is a "cloud storage"?Last edited by Togath; 2014-01-08 at 09:29 PM.
Meow(Steam page)
[I]"If you are far from this regions, there is a case what the game playing can not be comfortable.["/I]
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2014-01-08, 10:39 PM (ISO 8601)
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- Sep 2009
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Re: How do you move a file from one computer to a different comptuer?
Continuing the earlier joke of 'google it'
here's a wiki
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cloud_storage
Lots of wireless routers are having hard drives built in along with easy to administer networks. So basically, if you have one of these you essentially have a mini cloud storage accessable by any of your wireless devices in your home. Not helpful in getting your file to whomever, but it's a simple example.Last edited by Karoht; 2014-01-08 at 10:41 PM.
~~Courage is not the lack of fear~~
"In soviet dungeon, aboleth farms you!"
"Please consult your DM before administering Steve brand Aboleth Mucus.
Ask your DM if Aboleth Mucus is right for you.
Side effects include coughing, sneezing, and other flu like symptoms, cancer, breathing water like a fish, loss of dignity, loss of balance, loss of bowel and bladder control."
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2014-01-09, 12:03 AM (ISO 8601)
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- Aug 2013
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Re: How do you move a file from one computer to a different comptuer?
Skype can directly transfer any type of file of any size, as long as you've got a decent connection and the patience for it. Just open a conversation with one of your players, drag the file in question into the text box, rinse and repeat. If it's huge, you might want to do it one at a time, or enlist them in sending it to other players until you've gotten everybody.
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2014-01-09, 01:53 AM (ISO 8601)
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- Jun 2011
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- Washington
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Re: How do you move a file from one computer to a different comptuer?
I don't have Skype, since I don't like programs that are always on.
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[I]"If you are far from this regions, there is a case what the game playing can not be comfortable.["/I]
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2014-01-09, 01:55 AM (ISO 8601)
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2014-01-09, 03:01 AM (ISO 8601)
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- Nov 2007
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Re: How do you move a file from one computer to a different comptuer?
Turning it off after use is a bit of a rigmarole though.
I believe there was a game channel streamer who thought he turned it off (pressing close in the first instance only minimises it) and was caught on his stream enjoying some *cough* private time with the best adult entertainment the internet can offer.
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2014-01-09, 03:29 AM (ISO 8601)
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2014-01-09, 12:54 PM (ISO 8601)
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Re: How do you move a file from one computer to a different comptuer?
Same. It's one thing if it's a local service like for a video card, but this will constantly talk to the internet and when I hit close it needs to be no more.
When I used it (admittedly over a year ago) the process would keep running in the background after you hit quit, I guess so it could launch faster. And yes, that's using the icon by the clock. I would have to kill it using task manager, which was unacceptable. Also when I hit close in the top right hand corner of a program I expect it to die.
If I LIVED on skype this likely wouldn't be an issue and I would like these features, but I only wanted it for talking to 1-2 people and found it unnecessarily invasive for that task. But that's just me.Proud 1st edtion player!
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2014-01-09, 03:12 PM (ISO 8601)
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- Feb 2007
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- Manchester, UK
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Re: How do you move a file from one computer to a different comptuer?
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2014-01-13, 08:25 AM (ISO 8601)
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- Dec 2013
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2014-01-14, 04:18 PM (ISO 8601)
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- Feb 2005
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- Santa Barbara, CA
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Re: How do you move a file from one computer to a different comptuer?
It is ancient but works-lap link. For those people obsessed with privacy it comes with cables to physically connect your computers. And still works does great work salvaging my old machines.
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2014-01-14, 04:51 PM (ISO 8601)
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- Feb 2007
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- Manchester, UK
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Re: How do you move a file from one computer to a different comptuer?
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2014-01-20, 11:58 AM (ISO 8601)
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- Mar 2011
Re: How do you move a file from one computer to a different comptuer?
Highly recommend Google Drive.
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2014-01-20, 04:56 PM (ISO 8601)
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- May 2007
Re: How do you move a file from one computer to a different comptuer?
I highly recommend using WeTransfer.
No install needed or any annoying adds.
You can transfer files up to 2 GB with it as often as you like for free.
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2014-01-20, 05:49 PM (ISO 8601)
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- Aug 2005
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Re: How do you move a file from one computer to a different comptuer?
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2014-01-20, 09:44 PM (ISO 8601)
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Re: How do you move a file from one computer to a different comptuer?
I use Gmail for small stuff, occasionally Dropbox, and flash drives when I can't rely on internet.
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