ISS have re-named their Drop-box service (for rather obvious reasons), and it is now known as the University “File Drop-Off Service”. This allows you to transfer larger file(s) between University colleagues and non-University colleagues.
Before this service existed, it was a rather complicated task to pass large files on to other people. There is currently a 20MB file size limit that is enforced on email attachments. In the past, there has often been problems sending files to people who are not members of the University. ISS designed the File Drop-Off Service to help address these matters.
This ISS service can be reached via: https://dropoff.ncl.ac.uk/
You can read a more detailed explanation at: https://dropoff.ncl.ac.uk/about.php
It’s worth noting that the file size limit for this drop-off service is 2GB (per transaction). You should always compress the files you are going to send someone first, as this not only helps reduce the overall size involved but it helps “protect” the data as it makes it way through the Internet.
All our University Common Desktop PCs can compress files/folders instantly, via right-clicking on the file/folder in question and following the “7zip” option in the menu. Choose the option “Compress to <name of your file or folder>.zip”. This feature is available on Macs (right-click your file/folder and choose ‘Compress …’) and Linux. Most computers have built-in software that can uncompress zip files, so you do not need to worry about the recipient not being able to read the your files.
The IGM does runs a similar service but it is mainly reserved for users who need to move sequencing data in and out of the Institute. Our service also requires that you speak to us first, so that we can offer you the best possible help. Depending on the size of the data involved, some transactions are required to take place over a weekend.