Saving+files

Where can I save my files?
Saving files so that you can retrieve them again is a critical part of the digital workflow. Here are some tips:
 * **Save to the "NetShare" network drive.** Your personal password-protected Netshare drive (i.e. "faa001") is automatically mounted on the desktop upon login from any Macintosh in C184, D017, D019. Should you accidentally eject the NetShare drive, simply logout and then log back in. Your Netshare drive will be remounted upon successful login. Important: the NetShare drive will be erased at the end of the semester, so please plan ahead and back-up your files.
 * **Adding "NetShare" to your favorites.** Once you see your "NetShare" account on the desktop, you can add it to your "favorites." In Finder, GO > HOME, then drag your personal "NetShare" account icon (i.e. "faa001") into the FAVORITES area of the HOME window. This way you can easily save files directly to your "NetShare" account from any application. Note:
 * **Accessing Netshare from within applications.** If you added your Netshare drive (i.e. "faa001") to your favorites, simply open and save your files from there. Alternatively, you may access the "Nemo" drive (under "Shared") and then navigate your way to your personal Netshare drive.
 * **Do NOT save to the desktop or the local "Documents" folder.** You will not be able to access these files from any other computer or any other room.
 * **Always save to a hard drive.** Do not attempt to save directly to a USB drive as this may not be safe. Students have corrupted their files when something goes wrong while they are saving. So always save to a hard drive, then make a copy to other locations later.
 * **Back-up your files to your home computer.** Don't rely on your USB drive as it might get damaged or stolen. Use your USB drive to transfer your files to your home computer where it can be safe.
 * **Back-up often.** Duplication is good! Files get corrupted, lost, misplaced, etc. Use Google Drive (or another cloud-based service). Burn CDs/DVDs. Back-up often. Your grade may depend on it.