Opera Unite Is More Than Web 2.0
Maybe the web engine of the future, Opera Unite, seems to offer more opportunities than Web 2.0 basic principles. It is built on a simple concept: your computer becomes a web server capable to share files, host chat rooms or websites directly from hard drive, without third party web applications. Opera has broken the ice by taking a step further in the evolution of Internet technology – Opera Unite offers all necessary means to any computer owner to become a source of information. All your computer data published or shared over the Internet with Opera Unite is fully controllable from a simple to use web based interface.
Practically, you will need only a web browser to enjoy the benefits of Opera Unite. It must be downloaded from Opera Labs website and in the same time, you will have to create an Opeara account to get access to the Opera Unite services.
After a successful installation of the Opera Unite build, the following services can be used:
File Sharing
Securely share a file from your personal computer without waiting to upload it. First select the folder from which you would like to share files. Opera Unite then generates a direct URL to that folder. By giving that link to your friends, you can share files without routing through a third-party Web service.
Web Server
Run entire Web sites from your local computer with the Opera Unite Web Server. After selecting the folder containing your Web site, you can share and host it from the given Opera Unite URL. Opera Unite will automatically recognize index files and create the Web site as you designed it.
Media Player
Rock out wherever you are by accessing your MP3s and playlists from any machine. After selecting the folder containing your playlist, use the Opera Unite direct link to play your tracks directly in any modern Web browser.
Photo Sharing
Share your photos direct from your PC, without uploading them online. Once you select your photo folder, the photo-sharing service will create a thumbnail image gallery of your photos. Clicking the thumbnail will present the photo in its original resolution.
The Lounge
The Lounge is a self-contained chat service running on your computer. Your friends can access the chat room via the direct link, which will not require them to sign into any service. Depending on your privacy settings, you need only provide the generated password to your service in order for people to log in to your chatroom.
Fridge
Post a note on your friends’ virtual refrigerators. By sharing the direct link to your refrigerator, you and your friends, family or colleagues can exchange notes securely and privately in real time.
These services are just a demonstration of what you can do with Opera Unite. Based on a web API, developers are allowed to create new Opera Unite services, which could simplify your web related tasks or the way in which you currently use the web.
Regarding the impact of the new Opera Unite technology, Jon von Tetzchner, CEO, Opera stated:”Opera Unite now decentralizes and democratizes the cloud. With server capability in the browser, Web developers can create Web applications with profound ease. Consumers have the flexibility to choose private and efficient ways of sharing information. We believe Opera Unite is one of our most significant innovations yet, because it changes forever the fundamental fabric of the Web.”
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