Dropbox bug causes data loss for some users

Posted on Monday, October 13 2014 @ 16:03 CEST by Thomas De Maesschalck

Engadget reports a bug in some older versions of its desktop tool resulted in data loss for some people who turned on Selective Sync. Dropbox is releasing patched versions of its software and is restoring files when it can but some data is permanently lost.

Dropbox has confirmed that a bug in some older versions of its desktop apps deleted the files of some people who turned on Selective Sync, which limits cloud syncing to certain folders. Typically, this would happen after a crash or forced reboot, making a bad problem worse -- at least a few users found that they'd lost years' worth of content through no fault of their own.

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Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.

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