Dropbox 3.0.5 Final Now Available for Download

Dropbox has released a final version 3.0.5 of Dropbox, a final build of its desktop client for Windows, Mac and Linux. This stable release fixes some issues preventing people from starting Dropbox on a number of platforms.


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 3.0.x 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 3.0?
According to Dropbox Forums, Dropbox 3.0 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.
  • New Windows notification area icons.
  • New black and white Mac menu bar icons.

Download Dropbox 3.0.5 Final
The links in this section correspond to file available for this download. Download the files appropriate for you.

Also available for Mac, Linux, and Mobile.

Update History
Dropbox 3.0.5 includes:
  • Fixed an issue preventing Dropbox from starting on Windows XP.
  • Fixed an issue preventing Dropbox from starting on Fedora 20.
  • Fixed a rare issue that could cause crashes when using Camera Uploads on Windows.
  • Pause icon on Mac is no longer tiny on Retina displays.

Dropbox 3.0.4 includes:
  • Fixes issue where choosing a previous custom Dropbox location caused setup to fail on Windows and Linux.

Screenshots:



Sources:
Dropbox Forums
Dropbox Release Notes

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