Dropbox 2.11.9 Beta Now Available for Download

Dropbox has released Dropbox 2.11.9 beta (aka Testing build) build of client for Windows, Mac and Linux. This new update includes:
  • High-DPI fixes for Windows.
  • New translations.
  • Fixed for a bug where upgrading changed the mtime on shared folders.
  • Other fixes and improvements.

Overview
Dropbox works just like any other folder on your computer, but with a few differences. Any files or folders inside Dropbox will get synchronized to Dropbox's servers and any other computer linked to your account. The green checkmarks will appear on top of your files to let you know that they're synced and up to date. All data is transferred over SSL and encrypted with AES-256 before storage. Dropbox keeps track of every change made to any of its contents.

The 2.11 branch introduces  a File identifiers that enable Dropbox to detect when files have been moved and renamed. In addition, Dropbox on Windows now supports paths longer than 260 characters.

What's new in Dropbox 2.11?
According to Dropbox Forums, Dropbox 2.11 branch introduces a number of new features and improvements includes:
  • Rewrite of the Windows and Linux UI.
  • File identifiers.
  • Windows long path support.
  • New Linux headless setup flow.
  • Faster uploads for small files.
  • Updated splash screens.
  • New Finder icon overlays.

Download Dropbox 2.11.9 Beta
For a full description and the download links see: Dropbox Forums: Dropbox 2.11.9 Beta. Download the files appropriate for you.

Update History
Dropbox 2.11.7 includes:
  • Slight tweaks to Windows system tray icons.
  • Minor fixes for the tray popup.
  • German language fixes.
  • Various other bug fixes.

Dropbox 2.11.6 includes:
  • The Windows version is now usable with accessibility technologies such as screen readers.
  • Clicking on the globe icon now correctly takes you to the web view.
  • New Windows notification area icons.
  • Fixed to work correctly on Mac OS X 10.4.
  • Various other bug fixes.

Dropbox 2.11.5 includes:
  • Fixed an issue that caused extra UAC elevation prompts to be shown on Windows.
  • Fixed an issue that would cause users to download Dropbox again after declining UAC.
  • Other minor fixes.

Dropbox 2.11.4 includes:
  • Allow the tray popup to be opened with the keyboard on Windows.
  • Fixed cutoff text in the Camera Uploads popup.
  • Fixed a rare issue with file identifiers tracking on Mac.
  • Other small fixes.

Dropbox 2.11.3 includes:
  • Fixed for Windows permissions issue: make sure files/folders inherit parent folder permissions while syncing.
  • Fixed for issue where Mac standard installer does not restart app correctly.
  • Other small fixes.

System Requirements
The Dropbox application runs on Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux operating systems. To run the Dropbox application on your computer requires:
  • At least 512MB of RAM
  • Free space on your computer equal to your Dropbox storage quota.
  • Windows 2003, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 (32-bit and 64-bit) and Windows 8 (32-bit and 64-bit).
  • Mac: OS X Tiger (10.4) or later.
  • Ubuntu 7.10 or later and Fedora Core 9 or later.

Source:
Dropbox Forums: Dropbox 2.11.9 Beta

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