Allway Sync 7.1.2

Publisher's Description:

Allway Sync is a free file and directory synchronizer that works on local, network or removable devices. Use it to synchronize your data between PCs, laptops, USB drives and more.

Latest Changes:

• Optimized algorithm for Windows Vista,
• Fixed issue with version check for Windows Vista skin,
• Fixed start of application issue with PAF edition,
• Updated language files

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Latest User Reviews:

Reviewer:	Ruf	Mar 27, 2008
Version:	7.1.2
Works perfect. I don't know what the previous reviewer is talking about because Allway Sync does not permanently delete files unless you instruct it to. You have the option of sending deleted files to the Recycle Bin, the _SYNCAPP folder or to any other location defined by the user. Same goes for modified files. I've tried Microsoft's SyncToy but Allway is far superior and much more intuitive. The interface is better as well. Allway is ideal if you have several USB drives that you need to keep synchronized on multiple computers. Allway syncs in both directions not just one unlike other backup utilities. I bought the Pro version to help support the developer but the free version is just as capable. Once you get your drives and folders sync'ed I suggest using TrueCrypt to get them encrypted. IMO, Allway Sync is the best of the lot.
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Reviewer:	pcofran	Mar 7, 2008
Version:	7.1.2
At first I was happy. Great looking interface, easy to use, and quick. But only my second day in it made a mistake. Allway Sync didn't see new files I added. It kept telling me the source was the same as the destination and I know for a fact its wrong. I restart the program thinking its just a glitch and it still makes the same mistake. This was a deal breaker because if I didn't catch it, then when synced in the other direction it would have deleted those new files. For me this was unacceptable. You can't have a sync program work work "most" of the time. Maybe for someone who can easily replace the files they're syncing it wouldn't be a big deal. I take photos of events that can't be retaken if deleted by a syncing error. I switched to Unison, its interface is primitive and configuration involves manually editing a text file but reliability is a must and Unison delivers that and delta comparison that is it only updates parts of the file that have changed.
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Reviewer:	JarHead100	Mar 1, 2008
Version:	7.1.2
It's IS Free for personal use and isn't crippled in any way that I can find. Check out the website and it is abundantly clear about it being Free for personal use and the circumstances under which you should register/buy the software. If you register/buy it, it only cost a few bucks and it seems it basically is done as a way of supporting the developer and confirming your basic honesty. Besides, this is one slick piece of software that has saved me a lot of time. Try it and you'll be glad you did....
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Reviewer:	forgie	Aug 1, 2006
Version:	4.6.8
E.T. - I agree that this should be labeled shareware as it has limitations, but if you go to the developers website they have this clearly explained right on the front of the page. Whoever added this to betanews is the one who screwed up and labeled it freeware.
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Reviewer:	forgie	Jan 13, 2006
Version:	3.2.8
Great free sync tool that does what I'm after. Constantly improved and way better then microsofts sync toy tool.
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