Laplink PCSync 5

When it comes to transferring files, there are a number of options available to PC users. Laplink PCSync 5 is a powerful file transfer application that values compatibility highly. With support for Windows 2000, XP, Vista, and full Windows 7 support, PCSync 5 lets users transfer their data across networked PCs and to remote storage.

Designed to allow home and business users to backup and share important files, Laplink PCSync 5 is an ultra-simple Windows file transfer application. With support for wired and wireless home networks, users can easily backup their data to locally networked PCs, remote storage such as external hard drives and flash memory, and even merge files and folders across a network.

PCSync 5's 'SmartXChange' synchronization feature is perfect for minimizing the work associated with data backup and remote storage. While running as a background application, PCSync 5 monitors changes to folders, drives, and data, and automatically updates them across networked PCs and remote storage. From filename changes to deletion, PCSync mirrors changes across multiple PCs.

One major concern for networks is data transfer, particularly high-volume data transfer and the performance decreases that can come with it. PCSync 5 minimizes the effect of network data transfer by only transferring the updated sections of synchronized files. This 'SpeedSync' feature dramatically improves transfer speed and minimizes network requirements.

With support for a wide range of PC operating systems, Laplink PCSync 5 is ideal for users looking to transfer and synchronize their files between a previous home computer and its replacement. PCSync 5 performs well on Windows 7, with few reported compatibility issues between operating system versions and different service packs.

While advanced users will likely be able to accomplish simple file transfers using Windows' built-in networking tools, PCSync 5 provides a level of automation and simplicity that's difficult to turn down. For casual PC users, high-volume office networks, and frequently updated network files, PCSync is by far the most simple networking option.

Laplink PCSync: What We Liked

• Automating file transfer is simple with 'SmartXChange' functions, which can save users hours which would otherwise be spent manually updating files.
• Compatibility across a wide range of Windows installations means that users can easily transfer data from old PCs to new.
• 'Speedsync' feature increases transfer speed and decreases network load.

• A lack of Bluetooth synchronization makes sharing data with mobile storage devices slightly more difficult.

Laplink Support

Laplink offer a range of technical support options online. FAQs, product guides, and online updates are available, alongside live online support covering all aspects of PCSync 5.

About Laplink

Founded in 1983, Laplink Software have been offering PC connectivity and transfer software to both corporate and home users for over 25 years. Their range of applications includes flagship product, PCMover, and various synchronization tools such as PCSync and PDASync.

  

PCsync is the natural choice for fast, easy, automated file transfer and synchronization between PCs. We designed it to give users of multiple computers - including Vista PCs as well as Windows XP and 2000 - a secure way to access files and synchronize folders instantly and effortlessly.

With PCsync, you can:

• Transfer and synchronize files and folders of any type or size.
• Backup, mirror or replicate important files for safe storage.
• Compare and merge files and folders.
• Synchronize between PCs (desktops, laptops, Microsoft Ultra-Mobile PCs, networked PCs) or removable drives (USB flash drives, external hard drives).
• Synchronize over a wired or wireless LAN network, with a Laplink USB Cable, or a Windows Easy Transfer Cable.

SmartXChange synchronization
Laplink's new SmartXChange adds a whole other dimension to synchronization. Not only are files kept up-to-date between local and remote computers, but SmartXChange knows when files have be deleted, renamed or even replaced with a newer or even older version. Laplink's extensive conflict management intelligence makes it simple to handle any special case, whether you need new files, old files, or both files updated.

Use SpeedSync to Transfer and synchronize files faster
Simply drag and drop your files and folders using Laplink's classic dual pane views of the local and remote PC. PCsync will automatically determine which files have been modified since the last transfer or synchronization-and only copy the changed files.

Laplink Software's patented SpeedSync technology transmits only the updated portion of files, ensuring the fastest transfers possible. With SpeedSync you can instantly synchronize multiple folders and schedule unattended file transfers-without complex scripting.

Easy to connect
PCsync connects your computers across TCP/IP networks (even wireless!), traditional Laplink USB cables, and the new Windows Easy Transfer cable. Users can set PCsync to remember connections and synchronization jobs, allowing for quick and easy one click synchronizations. Default synchronizations can also be set allowing a USB cable to be used for easy plug-and-play synchronization.