4 Ways to Roll Your Own Dropbox Alternative
readwrite.com/2011/05/03/4-ways-to-build-your-own-dropbox
From the page
Saved with the link. Notes from 2007 to 2016 are mostly the page's own words, so this is probably an excerpt.
SparkleShare looks perfect. I want a DIY Dropbox replacement. Will have to keep an eye on this project.