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    Which sync software u guys use?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by amir786_z, May 16, 2015.

  1. amir786_z

    amir786_z Notebook Consultant

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    Hi guys I want to know which sync software is good and reliable? Which sync software u guys use?
     
    amir786_z, May 16, 2015
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    I'm probably the odd duck here but I use Unison over SSH via Cygwin. Not something I'd recommend for a novice.
     
    ratinox, May 16, 2015
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    SyncBack PRO here, been using it for years

    Basically I set the source and the destination as my external USB drive and within seconds it finds the differences between the source and the destination and copies or deletes the data from the destination to make them a perfect match. You have to select MIRRORING s the backup type to have the contents of the destination be matched with the contents of the source

    They also have a free version that does the same thing but with a few more options, does the job as well if you ask me
     
    Spartan@HIDevolution, May 16, 2015
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    Oh, yeah, probably the simplest thing out there is Sync Toy. It's a free tool from Microsoft. I've used it before. Good for what it is but not sufficient for my needs. If you're looking for a file-level backup tool then Robocopy GUI or RichCopy, two more freebies from Microsoft, are worth looking at.
     
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    amir786_z Notebook Consultant

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    Thanks guys. I tried SyncToy today it's simple really liked it.
     
    amir786_z, May 17, 2015
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    Anyone used GoodSync? How is it? Looks great. Wondering if it's reliable.
     
    amir786_z, May 20, 2015
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    I seem to recall looking at GoodSync but passed on it. I don't recall why.
     
    ratinox, May 20, 2015
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    I use FreeFileSync. It's simple and intuitive to use.
     
    sheliey, Jun 25, 2015
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    amir786_z Notebook Consultant

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    I started using goodsync it's great
     
    amir786_z, Jun 25, 2015
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