Make an External drive to a Network Attached Storage

Pogoplug is an inexpensive ($79) NAS adapter that offers 1 Ethernet port to connect to your home router and an USB port to connect to any hard drive. Pogoplug then provides access to the data resides from all your home computers and remote access to your laptop (or your iPhone) should you travel  away from home. A great simple device for SDD netbook users.

Listen to Daniel Putterman of Cloud Engines explaining the device [Podcast courtesy of Cnet Larry Magid]

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Easy to install Installing your Pogoplug is as simple as connecting two cables, then visiting our website. Full Web access — All the files from your external hard drive can be viewed or downloaded through your Web browser, with no need to download or install extra software. iPhone support — Access all your media from an iPhone, and even send new pictures from your iPhone straight to your home, with a single click

Works just like your hard drive — Your Pogoplug is accessible through Windows Explorer and Mac Finder. It’s just like using a drive that is directly connected to your computer. Safe, simple sharing — Easily share your home videos and photos with friends and family. No uploading required! Add-ons — Pogoplug is getting even better all the time. The system is expandable over the Web. Soon, your Pogoplug can connect directly to popular sites such as backup, file synchronization, photo printing and more.

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