FileSonic deactivates file-sharing following Megaupload closure

Sooraj Shah
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Cyberlocker takes precautionary measure after rival is shut down

The file-sharing service FileSonic has deactivated its sharing capabilities following US officials' shutdown of the Megaupload website. The FileSonic website had allowed users to upload files on...

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