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Sync files and back up between two Macs
Sunday, May 4, 2008
I have three Macs—two desktops and one notebook—and keeping them all in sync was once a challenge. Now my synchronization is handled automatically using ChronoSync, a flexible, straightforward, easy to manage file synchronization utility.
Reader Comments
tripmeister said:
I think I’ve tried nearly a dozen folder sync programs for my Mac’s files. An iMac and a MacBook. Most are decent and manage to keep folders in sync between two Macs. What I like about ChronoSync is 1) dependability; it just works, 2) easy set up, but with fine granular control. Wonderful. I use .Mac to sync up my Address Book and iCal between my Macs. I’m sure there’s a way to do it with other programs.
Danny Boy said:
I used Synchronize Pro for a few years before finally settling on Chronosync to keep Macs and files in sync. I never looked back. Synchronize Pro is an ugly, disjointed, convoluted, mesmerizing beast, utterly not dependable. Chronosync is the opposite, almost elegant, and can be set up and operational in seconds.
I use .Mac so syncing AddressBook and iCal is easy. Maybe Apple makes it difficult to sync because they want .Mac sales instead.
Thibault said:
There are lots of synchronisation programmes out there that does what Chronosync does. What I have not figured out though is what program out there will allow me to both sync regular files like word documents and also sync my Address Book and iCal calendars. I’m soon going to have two Mac laptops and I need a way to sync the Address Book and iCal in both machines but do not want to use .Mac which I find overpriced for that purposes that I need it for.