Dropbox
BU Dropbox is an ideal storage solution for researchers who regularly share data with those outside of BU.
Support Policy
MET IT is responsible for the following:
- Escalating license requests to BU IS&T
- Installation of Dropbox Desktop app on BU-provisioned devices
- Discussing storage alternatives for accounts exceeding quota
BU IS&T is responsible for provisioning licenses; MET IT will escalate account issues that may be caused by licensing problems to BU IS&T on the user’s behalf.
Users may save files that have a Data Classification of “Restricted” and lower.
- Storage Quotas
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250 GB of Dropbox Storage is available to Faculty and Staff at no cost.
150 GB of Dropbox Storage is available to students with sponsorship from Faculty or Staff at no cost.
Additional storage can be purchased at a prorated yearly fee. See the BU IS&T overview page for details.