Back up software has gone through something of a boom of late. With the huge increases in storage, more and more of us are on the look out for reliable, stable file protection. GoodSync is such a program - it offers fast, automated back up, synchronisation and restore between multiple devices - all in a relatively simple and easy-to-use environment.

Upon first launching GoodSync, you're immediately prompted to select source and destination folders (essentially, your original file folder and the new one you'd like to use as a backup location). The destination folder could be on the same computer, on an iPod, a network drive or any other external storage device. We tested GoodSync with a network drive and found it exceptionally fast.

Additionally, GoodSync's automation feature does exactly what you'd hope for: automatic synchronisation and backup with a raft of configuration options. If, like me, you're backing up important work documents to a network drive, you can easily pick how often this job should be done, to do it just on shutdown, or to allow the task scheduler to handle the job.

You can choose either to back up an entire folder (or folder system) or just specific files. This, along with GoodSync's effective duplicate controls, means that for a simple tool, this program offers you a highly customisable back up and sync solution, enough to offer any user true peace of mind.

A reliable and effective back up solution. Highly recommended.

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Because people are on the move more and more, synchronisation is an increasingly important part of the mobile life.

If you're constantly looking for ways to make your life easier in this regard then you may well like Allway Sync. The program synchronises data between laptops, mobile devices and just about anything else that runs Windows.

It's completely free although if you're going to use it for business purposes, you have to request a licence from the developers. The program can perform as many synchronisations as you need in one go and it features on-screen hints to help you on your way so it's very useful for beginners.

One of the problems with synching is monitoring what happened to your files since the last synch. The program takes care of this by monitoring all changes in its database. Whats more, the developers have also released a USB version which you can take everywhere and install on all of your separate devices.

This also means that you can synchronize removable devices (USB key, flash drive, CDRW) with a local drive which is life saving if you ever experience a hard disk crash. Both the interface and logarhythms have been updated in this latest version so that the synchronisations are fatser and the program is generally much better presented and easier to use.

For any Windows device, this is a very quick and light synchroniser which does the hard work automatically so you don't have to worry about it.

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Fancy 2GB of free storage space accessible from everywhere? Read on and discover Diino. This service allows you to store everything you need to backup your computer’s files automatically at regular intervals. You will have access to your documents everywhere where an internet connection is available, thanks to a dedicated webpage with the url yourusername.diino.com.

Set a password for all your folders, when you access them online, or share content with co-workers or friends. Diino comes with a useful client where you can manage file and folders you want to save online. Unfortunately, the desktop application doesn’t support the drag and drop function which is really a pity.

The service is similar to the Wuala one we saw some time ago, but in this case in order to have more than 2GB of space available you have to pay, whereas with Wuala you have to share your hard disk space as in peer-to-peer network.

Have access to automatically backed-up folders anywhere you are , with a dedicated web page where you can share documents or set passwords to protect the access of your files.

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This software is used to back up data and to synchronize PCs, servers, and notebooks. The settings are stored in multiple profiles, and the software comes with support for FTP servers, ZIP compression, data encryption, and a scheduler for automated backups.

On Windows NT/2000/XP, the scheduler can run as a service - without users having to log on. This file synchronization tool features the ability to freely select files and folders across the whole folder hierarchy in tree-views and it has support for e-mail notification, profile categories, and various filters.

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GeniusConnect (formerly OutlookConnect) makes it possible to synchronize Outlook Contact data with any relational database that supports ODBC (MS Access, MySQL, SQL Server etc.). MS Outlook stores Contact data (Name, Address, E-mail, etc.) on the local computer in a .pst file, which makes it difficult to exchange this data with other systems or applications. With GeniusConnect, you can export your Outlook contact data to a database and also load data from the database into an Outlook contact folder.

It is also possible to use GeniusConnect on multiple Outlook Contact Folders and multiple databases and users can optionally protect private contact data by using a different Contact Folder or by telling GeniusConnect to ignore Contacts that are marked as private. GeniusConnect consists out of several COM objects, adds a new toolbar and becomes an integral part of Outlook after installation. Features include various types of synchronization with the database as well as auto-synchronization when Outlook starts and more.

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Keeping you folders in synch between different computers and folders can sometimes seem like a never ending task but it needn't become a headache if you use some simply synch software like Compare Copy.

Compare Copy is a small application that enables synchronization of files between different units and folders. The secret lies in the fact that you can only copy files to the destination folder only if the date and time of origin is newer than the destination. In this way, there's no danger of recopying or removing old files to new folders. There are however several configuration options to tweak this procedure to give you greater control over this process but basically there's no much more to it. What's good and bad about this program is that it integrated perfectly into Windows using the same shell and file structure as the operating system itself. However, the downside of this is that it looks pretty flimsy although it does a surprisingly efficient job of keeping your files in synch.

Don't be fooled by the basic look for this utility - it adds a synchronization option that should really come as standard in Windows Explorer itself.

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InSync is a high-performance, one-way, two-way, or backup data synchronization application. SNTP Service and YATS32 Time Synchronization applications for desktop or corporate LANs. Safeguard your identity using 4UOnly password vault and generator.

InSync is a folder synchronizer that hits the high notes when it comes to rapidly making identical copies of folder structures and the files within. Perform backups or propagate data from one machine to another with ease. Use InSync to define and run multiple synchronization jobs specifying one or more source folders, synchronized to one or more target folders.

Achieve higher data transfer rates and maintain data integrity with performance focused design. InSync copies only data that is different between source and target folders and takes advantage of multi thread processing to support concurrent execution of tasks.

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Synkron is a simple Qt application that allows you to sync folders, for example a flash disk, with a folder on your hard disk.

There are several key features of "Synkron" that make it a very useful synchronisation tool. Tabs allow you to have more than one synchronisation running at once and you can schedule
periodic synchronisations automatically which sync your folders at selected intervals. You can also restore files which were overwritten during the synchronisation process which is great if you make an area - a get out of jail free card. You can also add files and folders to a black list to make sure they won't be synchronised in the future which is useful if you keep making the same errors. I also like the fact that this is a completely Open Source application meaning it's available to everyone for free and customisable if you've got programming knowledge. The only problem you might have is synchronizing it if you have other transfers or huge programs running that can lag the process.

A great synchronisation tool that makes your portable life easier and best of all, it's totally free.

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Beyond Compare is a powerful time-saving utility for comparing files and folders on your Windows system. Use it to manage source code, keep folders in sync, compare program output, and validate copies of your data.

Beyond Compare can create a snapshot of a live directory structure, and compare it against the live copy at a later date. The utility helps you analyze differences in detail and carefully reconcile them. It commands a wide range of file and text operations, as well as script commands for automating tasks.

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BestSync Folder Synchronizer allows you to synchronize, mirror, backup, encrypt and/or compress data between folders, removable media, network drives or FTP servers, along with a wide range of possible options and functionalities.

You'll be able to synchronize files between two folders in single direction or bi-direction, synchronize with FTP servers (useful for updating web pages) and encrypt and compress data, which will come in very handy when copying private information to a USB device.

Tasks can be scheduled in different ways, triggered by means of several events (inserting your USB device, mounting a network drive) or even run as Windows services.

BestSync Folder Synchronizer also integrates seamlessly with Windows Explorer by adding a new command to context menus, from which you can easily encrypt, compress, decrypt and decompress files.

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If you have problems managing your iPod or your Apple software has either crashed or proves a pain to use, then iPod Copier could be what you are looking for. iPod Copier manages the contents of your iPod, not only enabling you to transfer files but also as a one click tool for backing up it's contents. If you've got a lot of important information stored on your iPod then this is an essential task.

The program is designed to integrate fairly seamlessly with the iPod although you may experience a few glitches on the initial startup. At a glance, you can compare your iTunes library with the portable device and configure the program to synchronize and scheduling operations between the two. Backing up requires nothing more than providing a route to save the files although it would have been nice to have seen burning app included.

Overall, a handy and simple alternative way to manage and backup your iPod.

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Do you have several computers? Notebook and PC? Then you'll need Easy2Sync for Files to keep your files in sync! No matter which files you change where - Easy2Sync will make sure that your computers are again identical. Due to its industrial strength design and a network of more than 200 rules it is ensured that your files are correctly synchronized even in the most complex cases.

This is what Easy2Sync for Files has to offer:

• Makes it easy to synchronize files
• Security, security, security for your files because of the Easy2Sync Engine
• Unlimited complex directory tree, unlimited number of files
• Very easy to use
• Your files are in sync by the touch of a button
• Extremely fast (up to 700 files / second)

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Allway Sync uses innovative synchronization algorithms to synchronize your data between desktop PCs, laptops, USB drives and more. Allway Sync combines bulletproof reliability with an extremely easy-to-use interface.

When you work with documents on multiple computers you probably have to copy files from one device to another. Even if you have enough memory to track all the file changes in your mind there is still a better way to apply your skills. Let Allway Sync take care of recent changes in your files.

It looks for the latest version of a file in specified folders and copies it to other folder, e. g. synchronizes them. Unlike other file synchronizers that just copy file with most recent file modification time Allway Sync implements a sophisticated algorithm that does not depend on accuracy of system clock. Therefore Allway Sync is fast, safe, stable and also very easy to use.

All you need to do is to specify local or network folders (directories) you want to be equal and the program does everything else. If your computers are not connected use a removable drive to synchronize them. Allway Sync is designed to work both ways (all ways), thus it's not a backup software. However each synchronized folder always contains a copy of another one, so you get file backup with no effort.

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Carbon Folder eases the process of copying data between two different folders in order to maintain them synchronized at all times. Despite not tracking changes in real time, the program allows to save sync tasks as projects, so that you can easily repeat them over time.

The program is really simple: the whole synchronization process is done following the steps provided by a wizard-like interface. You can choose between unidirectional or bidirectional copies and there's also support for network mapped drives.

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Synchronize It! is a powerful directories synchronization tool. Primary targeted to help in team software development, it will be useful for anyone, who shares documents/programs with friends and colleagues. Do you have to synchronize data between home and office or desktop and notebook computers? With Synchronize It! you can easily see what have changed in your folders and transfer changes with single mouse click. Moreover, Synchronize It! now supports various archive types, so you can use it as powerful backup solution. Although there is a lot of such programs on the market, Synchronize It! has some unique features, listed below.

Features:

• Multilingual interface
• Customizable configs, projects, filters, colors - almost everything
• Ability to change copy direction or delete files
• Internal binary compare option to ensure files are same
• Date filter helps to find files you changed recently
• Support for user tools for comparison, viewing, archiving
• Archives synchronization
• Can run from command line options, including unattended mode
• Easily integrates in your file manager
• Comfortable navigation in file list, including mask selection & search
• Color emphasis for different files;
• Log file support
• Drag and Drop support from file list
• Does not change your registry, making it's easy to install, move or delete

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Synchredible synchronizes your data/folders the easy way: several assistants support you on defining scheduled jobs for data synchronization and data backup. Network support is integrated for data synchronization between local area networks (LAN).

Synchredible supports both synchronizations in one and two directions. Our software recognizes any changes automatically and creates protocols of new and changed data. You can use Synchredible not only for data synchronisation of files and/or folders, but also for data backup operations onto internal or external drives (USB1.1/2.0 supported).

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Has this ever happened to you? Ever forgotten to email office files to yourself and therefore couldn't use them at home? Been on an airplane with no Internet connection available for accessing your data?

BeInSync enables you to seamlessly and securely access and use your latest data anytime, anywhere - at the office, from home or on the go. Using innovative Secure Peer-to-Peer Technology that automatically synchronizes all your computers (home PC, office PC, laptop), BeInSync ensures that wherever you go, your data will follow.

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Whether you're a beginner or advanced user, at home or work, SyncBack ensures your most valuable asset, data, remains protected. Backup all your important files anytime with a single click & use the scheduler to automate your backups.

Now there's no need to close your programs to backup files. Keep Outlook, Word, Excel etc. running as your files are backed up. Keep your backups completely secure with 256-bit AES encryption. Military level security ensures your peace of mind.

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This program will allow you transfer your songs off your iPod to a PC, iDump does come wrapped in installer but you can simply drop the .exe in the root directory on your iPod and run it from there.

Connect you iPod and run iDump and you'll have access to all your songs, select the songs you want to transfer then pick a destination directory and how you would like your songs to be named. And then sit back and transfer all the selected songs to the PC.

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Comparator Fast is an application that simplifies the comparison / verification / synchronization status of two different directories on any media (local drives, network drives, writable CD's, Compact Flash and electronic media, any drive/disk or device managed as valid windows pathnames).

You just have to specify both paths, choose some parameters options and click SCAN button. Comparator Fast will scan both directories (and subdirectories if specified) and show information on easy to read and understand tabbed windows.

The program features an easy setting's setup with the Preset Wizard which guides you step by step, with complete help. It also enables you to change Files attributes and date/times (Modified, Created, Last Accessed) with the Touch Files tool, and keep your computer's clock on time (exact time!) with Internet Time tool (synchronizes with "Atomic Clock" Time Servers around the world.

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