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How to Easily Host Files on GitHub
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Updated onDecember 15, 2023
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GitHubis an extremely popular website among software developers for sharing code, yet don’t think of it as an exclusive place for them.GitHubjust launched its beta Android app at last and you may also use it as a free filehosting service. So, don’t postpone learning how to host files onGitHub.
If you’re undecided, let us remind you that it stores file changes more efficiently and ensures file integrity better than other systems available. If you and your team constantly make changes toWorddocuments, for example, you could useGitHubas your version control system.
Do keep in mind thatGitHubhas a limitation for individual files of no more than 25 MB each. It is more than enough when planning to upload a few lines of code. The limit could prove insufficient if you want to go far beyond that, but at least there are no knownbandwidthlimits to worry about.
Now that you know whatGitHubis capable of, in the following sections, we will teach you the process ofhostingfiles on it.
How can I host files on GitHub?
1. Create a new repository for your files
2. Upload your files to GitHub
3. Get a downloadable version
Most public repositories can be downloaded for free, without even having a user account. Therefore, unless the owner of the codebase decides to check a box otherwise, the files can be easily packed into a zipped file. Then, just grab them into your computer.
As you can see,hostingfiles onGitHubis actually quite easy, even for non-developers. In just a couple of minutes, you can create your first repository, or upload some of your files. Then, downloading files fromGitHubis just as easy too.
In case you need help with other GitHub issues, such as thefatal not possible to fast-forward aborting error message; read this guide to learn the solutions.
If you have any questions about this procedure, let us know in the comments area below.
Vlad Turiceanu
Windows Editor
Passionate about technology,Windows, and everything that has a power button, he spent most of his time developing new skills and learning more about the tech world.
Coming from a solid background in PC building and software development, with a complete expertise in touch-based devices, he is constantly keeping an eye out for the latest and greatest!
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Vlad Turiceanu
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Coming from a solid background in PC building and software development, he’s a Windows 11 Privacy & Security expert.
