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Google Drive is a cloud-based storage service that allows you to store, access, and share files from any device, with a desktop application that mirrors your files on your computer. Key features include secure storage, synchronization across devices, collaborative editing via Google's office suite, and powerful search capabilities. On a computer, it appears as a virtual drive, syncing your cloud storage with your local machine.

Key terms and features

Cloud-based storage: Files are stored on Google's servers in data centers, not just on your local hard drive.

Synchronization: A desktop application syncs files between your computer and the cloud, ensuring you have the latest versions on all devices.

Desktop access: The "Computers" section in Drive for Desktop shows your computer's files, and "My Drive" creates a folder on your computer that mirrors your cloud storage.

Sharing: You can share files and folders with others, controlling their access level (view, comment, or edit).

Collaboration: It integrates with Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides to enable real-time, collaborative editing of documents.

Offline access: You can work on files and folders even without an internet connection by making them available offline.

Search: A powerful search function allows you to find files by keyword, name, type, or date modified.