HELIOS has released an update to its remote file access solution, WebShare UB2, which enables access without exposing the server to the Internet.

WebShare provides remote access to server files via any web browser from any Mac, Windows, Linux, or mobile device, and now includes multi-page previews of PDF and Office documents in gallery and list modes.

The WebShare web server handles the web user interface on a separate server to ensure that the main file server is not available on the Internet. The server file system security is enforced according to the user credentials. Sharepoint based security allows further restrictions per user, e.g.: browse, preview, download, upload and file management.

Remote File Access by customers, suppliers, business partners or employees will eliminate the need to make files available via e-mail, burning CDs, or FTP, which can cause compatibility problems and waste resources. Automatic e-mail notification allows monitoring when files are being accessed.

Automatic two-way remote synchronisation of files and folders is another feature of the new HELIOS WeShare UB2. Utilising the 'WebShare Manager' component, Mac, Windows, and UNIX/Linux users can drag & drop project files from the web browser or the local workstation into the 'WebShare Manager' window to enable synchronisation of files between the remote WebShare server and the local workstation.

The full remote workflow support includes customisable synchronisation plans, support for files larger than 4GB, project folder setup, and file versioning. The project oriented approach allows using files scattered in various locations on a file server within a remote collaboration without the need to move or collect those files into a single folder.

The Apple Spotlight compatible search system allows files to be found based upon name, text content, and metadata.

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