The manufacturer of famous Linux distribution "Ubuntu", Canonical is going to release a new file-synchronization service called "Ubuntu One" for its existing Linux desktop operating system.

Ubuntu One will offer file synchronization for the systems running Ubuntu 9.04, and is projected to be available to the general public in time for the launch of Ubuntu 9.10 which will be released.

The system will be integrated in Ubuntu's Gnome desktop software through a downloadable client, and it will create an Ubuntu One folder in the user's home directory after the installation. If any of the files inside the Ubuntu One folder are modified the changes will be automatically uploaded to the Web service and propagated to the user's other computers.



Any folders in the existing computer can be shared with anybody via a right-click pop-up menu. Once the folder is shared, it will appear on the recipient's desktop in the "Shared With Me" folder.

Ubuntu One will also be provided through a web interface which can be used to manipulate the files without using the client software. Currently Ubuntu One will support only a single operating system, but in future Mac or Windows users can adapt the service. The spokesperson of the company has written over a blog that Canonical has a plan to add more features like synchronization of application data and preferences, as well as support for the KDE desktop software.

The service will be available in two version-2GB and 10GB. While the 2GB version will be available for free, 10GB version will cost 10 USD per month.