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Re: Rate/Review my startup - streamfile

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Post by natch »

So, if I understand this correctly, I could start uploading a 2GB file, and, while it is still uploading, my recipient could start downloading it, even before the upload has finished?

Did I get that right?

Re: Rate/Review my startup - streamfile

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Post by aaroneous »

Haven't seen this idea before, and I really dig it.

There are a lot of times where I want to transfer something over Adium, but the connection between the parties can't be established. I always was frustrated by the asynchronous workaround of uploading the file, waiting for its completion, and then distributing the url, so your site will come in handy for me. I also like the https option.

Right now the site is running a bit sluggish, hopefully you guys can remedy that shortly.

Re: Rate/Review my startup - streamfile

#8

Post by nailer »

natch wrote: post #4

So, if I understand this correctly, I could start uploading a 2GB file, and, while it is still uploading, my recipient could start downloading it, even before the upload has finished? Did I get that right?

It might be good to have some kind of visualization to show the process (along with a better explanation).

Re: Rate/Review my startup - streamfile

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Post by nailer »

sosueme wrote: post #6

Very nice concept. I would use it with my coworkers that can not get ftp or web folders working.

Agreed. SFTP isn't always allowed through firewalls, FTP is worse, and WebDAV is a bitch to set up easily.

This fulfills a decent need, better than the competitors where you have to wait till you're finished uploading the file.

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