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File Sharing

What is File Sharing? Definition and meaning

File sharing refers to the exchange of data over the internet or on local networks. So-called peer-to-peer networks (P2P) are mostly used for this purpose.

In these networks, users can make their data available. In return, they can download content shared by other members.

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Frequently asked questions

What is file sharing?
File sharing is the exchange of data over the internet or on local networks. Peer-to-peer networks (P2P), in which users make their own data available, are most often used for it.
How does file sharing work over P2P networks?
In peer-to-peer networks, users make their own data available. In return, they can download content that other members have shared.
How can files be shared in a structured way within a company?
File sharing means the plain exchange of data. Anyone who wants to store files centrally and share them in an orderly way across the team uses the file management from projectfacts for that.