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For a long time, I was cursed with something I’ll call the “missing notes syndrome ”. I’d be in a meeting and make notes, or write myself a to-do list. Then almost inevitably, the next time I needed those notes, I’d discover that I was at the wrong computer or that the notes were in a different pad. I’m also constantly paranoid about losing my notepad or old ones being thrown away by mistake. And if you use machines, what happens if they break, get lost or stolen? No longer. I’ve stumbled across a note-making system that means that I can create, access and search my notes on any computer or smartphone. It’s not enormously sophisticated or difficult, but if you aren’t already operating such a system, then you might find it very useful. It also gives me complete peace of mind when it comes to having backups. Without ever having to remember to make a backup. At the core of the system is Simplenote, a web service that stores notes. So far, very mundane. I’m not enormously fond of using on...

Published by Jason Harris on July 24, 2012 Cloud-based services and storage extend the usefulness and capacity of your mobile phone. With a whopping 4.3 inch screen and access to LTE, the Nokia Lumia 900 is the perfect way to access your data in the cloud. While SkyDrive is built into Windows Phone, and is fully integrated with the Office and camera software, there are alternatives for users with specific needs. Box offers fast, ample storage for your files and lets you access your files on your phone, tablet and computer, and today we’re happy to help announce that Box is available for your Nokia Lumia phone. Now, with Box, you can share your essential files from anywhere. Box is particularly geared towards business users and is known for high-security storage that integrates high-level encryption and file-based permissions. Also, those who rely upon FTP to help swap files will love to know that Box lets you skip the clunky method of file and folder sharing. Want your co-workers to l...