Most users will go with the streaming option because it takes exponentially less space on a local drive. This option does consume considerable local storage space (depending on how much data you store in Google Drive). Mirroring: All files are stored on both your Google Drive cloud account as well as your local machine, which gives you offline access to all files (without having to take any extra action).This method consumes very little space on your local drive. Streaming: All files are stored only on your Google Drive cloud account and are accessed from a virtual drive on your machine.One thing to consider is that you have two options for Google Drive syncing with the desktop client. Mostly, however, it's just about gaining access to certain files when a network connection isn't available.

Another reason (at least when using the Google Drive Desktop Client) is to get quick access to those files from a centralized location (more on this in a bit). First, you could be heading out for business travel and will need to work with certain files while on the plane. Google Pixel 7 Pro vs Pixel 6 Pro: Should you upgrade?īut why would you need offline access to files in a world that is constantly and consistently online? There are a couple of reasons. Pixel Watch vs Galaxy Watch 5 Pro: Did Google just beat Samsung? Google Pixel 7 Pro vs iPhone 14 Pro: Which flagship should you buy? Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro event: Everything just announced

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