Vitaliy wrote:

> Microsoft's SyncToy works great, but I don't like the droppings that it 
> leaves in every directory it touches ("SynctoyID.txt"). Is there a way to 
> turn off this option, or can someone suggest an alternative? Especially one 
> that can syncronize folders automatically (every so often?)

Alternatives I've used:

- xcopy: Other than Russell, I'd say there are situations where it does a
good job. Depends on your exact requirements. Windows, free.

- TreeComp <http://www.xs4all.nl/~lploeger/TreeComp3.htm>: A nice tool when
a lot of manual interaction is required. Needs a good network, as it
compares contents, but needs to run only on one machine (other than e.g.
unison). Windows, free.

- unison: As someone else has said, a good tool but needs some dedication
to set it up properly. Needs a server running on the other system.
Multi-platform, free.

- MirrorFolder <http://www.techsoftpl.com/backup/index.htm>: Has a number
of sync modes, ranging from one-way scheduled backup-type to software RAID
(maintaining a bootable mirror disk). Windows, costs.

Gerhard

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