5 interesting online services from Microsoft

People often think that Microsoft has products such as Windows, then Office . and when you think about the Internet, it must be Google, Yahoo . or similar names .

What good is Microsoft on the web? Join Techmart through a number of interesting online applications of this giant.

Most Microsoft web tools come with the "Live" label. This name is Microsoft implied to bring web experiences and utility services to life.

1. Windows Live Skydrive

We recently reviewed Skydrive as the most reliable and stable storage service.

Let's see what it is: 25 GB is more than enough for the data stored on the server.

Imagine you're not at home, even in another province, and want to get some data. Maybe run back? Skydrive helps you to bring 25 GB of data anywhere, without having to carry it in a single batch.

You can access 25 GB of your data, wherever you are

Maximum file size of 50 Mb and unlimited bandwidth. This is what makes it easy for you to share data with friends, colleagues and partners without having to send a DVD or USB Flash drive to the post.

2. Windows Live Sync

Sync can be interpreted as syncing- syncing. For those who work with multiple computers, and want to use all the data on those machines.

To synchronize, you need to install a small application provided by Microsoft, then go to the Windows Live Sync website to specify which folders need to be shared.

There are 2 options: Personal Folder - besides you no one can see it, and the shared folder (Share Folder). When a computer is in sync mode, you can connect to private / shared folders from any other computer.

Unlike other sync services, Live Sync does not copy your data to the "cloud" server. It simply creates a connection between computers. There is no online storage, there is no bandwidth limit for sharing and synchronization. And especially free.

3. Live Mesh

This is a service that helps you store data on the "cloud". First you create folders on Live Mesh, then sync your data on it. You can optionally limit the file to be uploaded, for example, only sync files over 30 days, or files less than 500 Mb.etc.

Microsoft has announced that there are no plans to charge for the service, and there is no limit to storage capacity.

4. Microsoft Office Live Workspace

Office Live Workspace will be very useful for small businesses or groups working together on a project. With this service you can create and edit document types, work plans, schedules, contact lists . and easily share with team members.

It is possible to load more slowly than Google Doc and Zoho, but the speed of work is not inferior, and the utilities it offers are worth the online Office toolkit.

5. Live Map and Virtual Earth 3D

In addition to viewing the map on the web, Live Map provides 3D images.

In the field of maps we often hear Google Map reputation, but Virtual Earth 3D is worth a try. With big cities and famous landmarks, Live Map supports a Bird eye- view, which means angles like birds flying high and looking at the city. Can rotate in different directions (to see 4 sides of the building for example).

The minimum configuration for running Virtual Earth 3D is 1GHz CPU, 256MB RAM. The recommended configuration is 2.8GHz CPU and 1GB RAM.