Mike’s Technology Blog

I know, the offer of having 10GB of “Spam-free” email is indeed tempting but here are the reasons why I won’t be jumping into Fanbox just yet.

1. I don’t need another email. Geez, I already have like 5 email accounts so no, thanks.
2. I don’t need another Desktop. My current Linux desktop is doing just fine. And oh, I don’t think any browser will be a good interface to any “online operating desktop” and allow the user to be productive at the same time. Browsers are just, well browsers so I love to keep it that way.
3. The online desktop’s “your file anywhere” feature is tempting but with my internet connection, I don’t think I will be uploading my files up there anytime soon. Plus of course, I won’t trust any free service for any of my files.

I may have more reasons why but I guess these three are the main ones.

On the other end, I’d say they did a good job on the interface. Upon logging in, you’ll be greeted by a nice looking splash screen with a progress bar.

Then as soon as you’re in, you’ll see the desktop that looks a lot like Windows Vista - maybe another reason why I didn’t like it.

Yeah, I admit it looks good but that’s about it. Using it is another story…