Better search capabilities of the contents of the files than Outlook Public Folders. Windows and Macintosh use permissions differently, so maintenance can be complex if you are sharing across platforms. Permissions management can be complex. Only files are involved - attaching is not an issue. At this time, not generally accessible from off-campus.
Owner sets permissions for other users on the primary directory and any subdirectories.
Management can be done from on-campus networked computers only. Student group File Server Public Folders must be re-requested each year, with updated owner information, or they will be deleted on the last day of May. Instead, the owner or anyone with appropriate permissions can do this. Return to the Electronic Discussions main page . Return to the Help Desk main page .