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If you occasionally need to share files across a LAN, you know that configuring your network and dealing with passwords can be a minor hassle. DropCopy makes transferring files a breeze. Just drop your file onto the drop zone, select your destination from the popup list, and DropCopy sucks it into the vortex, depositing it effortlessly at your destination.

DropCopy adds a menu extra to your Menu bar and a drop zone that you can drag anywhere on your desktop (you can automatically hide the drop zone if no destinations are available). You can transfer one or more files at a time (DropCopy automatically zips multiple files before transferring them). You can also get text from a remote clipboard by selecting Get Clipboard from the DropCopy menu.

DropCopy is perfect for a small home network. Setup is easy. If you have your firewall turned on, just add DropCopy to your list of allowed ports:

1. Open your Sharing preferences in System Preferences.
2. Click on Firewall, then click New…
3. Select Other from the Port Name popup list, then add 5052 to the Port Number, Range or Series field and DropCopy to the Description field. Click OK.

That’s it. The destination computer also has to be running DropCopy, but the recipient doesn’t need to do anything to receive your file. They can set the destination folder in their DropCopy preferences.

Bottom Line: If you’d rather not hassle with setting up a local network, try DropCopy. Transfering files couldn’t be simpler!
From: 10base-t interactive
Price: Free