This May be better done in a Spreadsheet, which, then we can use to compare various platforms. This will work for now.
The top-level bullet is the feature, and the sub-bullets indicate reasons:
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Tagging that allows allow for drill down hierarchies to form.
Allows a file to be found through multiple different associative network without having to keep multiple copies of a file.
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Syncing/Updating of files in different locations.
Similar to above, allows a file to updated across many locations. Prevents the necessity of finding the perfect place for the file to be found.
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The ability to create infinitely nested folder structures.
Obviously, for organization of topic/sub.
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Integration of folder structures with native file-systems
Allows for more access and easier migration. ( Wheel-Chair Ramps)
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Revision Histories
Documentation of RAW data changes over-time. Can be used, for example, to do processes analysis.
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Meta-Commenting System
Comment on file without changing the file itself. Allows for conversation about what is being done to happen.
Multiple accounts working on a file at once.
Obvious efficiency and collaboration purposes.
Easy indication who is making which changes to a file
Obvious credential purposes.
Embedding of files in other medium
Distribution purposes
Cross-platform
Does anything need to be said?