First, there's PC client software that lets you mount the drive on your PC a lot easier than the standard Windows method. Two additional software downloads are available from Pogoplug that make the DockStar even more valuable. Advanced features let you set up folders for a Twitter, Facebook or RSS feed, among others. For example, if you have a bunch of photos that you want to show to Mom, you can just create a folder on the DockStar drive, enable sharing and then invite Mom via e-mail to let her see the pictures. The Pogoplug site and service is also very cool - in addition to providing access to the DockStar, the service lets you share files and folders with others. Installation was very easy - just power up, connect an Ethernet cable, attach the drive and then activate the service via a Web browser.
SEAGATE FREEAGENT DOCKSTAR PORTABLE
Why it's cool: This is a quick and relatively inexpensive way to turn your portable hard drive into a NAS box. The system includes software from Pogoplug that lets you access files from the DockStar from any Web browser via the Internet. Additional USB ports on the DockStar also let you attach non-Free Agent hard drives to the device, or to create additional storage capacity.
What it is: A small docking station for Seagate's FreeAgent Go portable hard drives, the DockStar connects via Ethernet to a home router to turn that hard drive into an instant network-attached storage (NAS) drive for the home network. The scoop: FreeAgent DockStar, by Seagate, about $US100
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