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    Sync Folders?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by mfmbcpman, Feb 11, 2007.

  1. mfmbcpman

    mfmbcpman Notebook Consultant

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    I would like to be able to sync files between two folders when I plug my laptop into my external hard drive.

    Specifically, my media folders like My Music will sync with my music folder on my external hard drive. So, any new music I download while I'm away from my external will be automatically put on there.

    I own Norton Ghost but as far as I know it just creates big backup files that can only be recovered using it. I want a simple exact copy. I don't know if I explained this well.
     
    mfmbcpman, Feb 11, 2007
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  2. DryBear

    DryBear Notebook Enthusiast

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  3. Tim

    Tim Notebook Virtuoso

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    I also recommend synctoy. It works very good plus it is free! :D
    Tim
     
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    Reezin14 Crimson Mantle Commander

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    Thanks for the link DryBear, was looking for something like this.
     
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    ProntoR2 Notebook Consultant

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    I use 2BrightSparks's SyncBack, works great to sync my flash drive with a folder on my desktop. Download it here so you don't have to navigate their messy webpage.
     
    ProntoR2, Feb 11, 2007
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