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    File Syncing Software

    I used to use an application a long time ago that let me synchronize two folders. It compared two folders and pointed out the differences between the two be it additional files, or files with the same name and differing dates. Then, I could simply choose the one I wanted to keep and it made the two folders exact mirrors of one another.

    Does anyone have a suggestion for a nice, free tool that does this? I need to sync folders on my laptop with folders on my home PC and work server.

    Thanks.
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    #2
    synctoy is an old one....somewhat manual but you can make it automatic...

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      #3
      I could really use something like that.

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        #4
        or just go with that new windows live mesh...if that ain't an accident waiting to happen, I don't know what is....

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          #5
          Robocopy or RichCopy..

          Utility Spotlight: RichCopy
          http://www.microsoftpost.com/7035/microsoft-technet/utility-spotlight-richcopy/
          April 2009 RichCopy is a powerful, multi-threaded alternative to the popular RoboCopy file copy utility. Take a look at how this free tool can significantly improve file copy performance. RichCopy is a free utility that comes to us from Ken Tamaru of Microsoft. The tool was first developed in 2001 and has been updated regularly… Continue reading Utility Spotlight: RichCopy

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            #6
            have not used this one as I just found it, but it looks promising...

            Free File Synchronization, Backup, Data Replication, PC Sync Software, Freeware, File Sync, Data Synchronization Software | Allway Sync – File Synchronization That Works
            http://allwaysync.com/
            Allway Sync – File Synchronization That Works

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              #7
              For an interactive windows app we use WinMerge.

              winmerge dog org

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                #8
                I've used filesync. It's simple and free. It can take a while to compare and copy files, but you can set it to run as a scheduled task, so you can set it to run overnight.

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                  #9
                  What files are you trying to sync? Just docs/pics/etc... or like Outlook files?

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                    #10
                    Dropbox

                    Check out Dropbox.
                    Free for Windows, Mac, Linux, and Mobile (I use it with my PC, Laptop and Android phone to sync and transfer files). Our clients use it to get files to us instead of FTP'ing em!

                    What is Dropbox? - Features Overview - Dropbox
                    https://www.dropbox.com/features
                    Store and share files, collaborate on projects, and bring your best ideas to life—whether alone or as part of a team. Discover the benefits of Dropbox.

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                      #11
                      Windows Live Sync

                      TO THE CLOUD
                      Last edited by jlptexashunter; 12-10-2010, 05:52 PM.

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                        #12
                        I use mirrorfolder to sync a loptop, desktop and network server. No problems.

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                          #13
                          Originally posted by Kevin View Post
                          What files are you trying to sync? Just docs/pics/etc... or like Outlook files?

                          Just docs. I tried synctoy and it did what I needed, BUT, the filesync I used to use showed me what was going to happen and let me pick the direction to copy. I'll keep looking and thanks for all the suggestions.

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