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Description
Unison is a versatile synchronization tool designed for OSX, Unix, and Windows operating systems. It enables users to maintain two copies of a set of files and directories on separate hosts or on different drives of the same host, allowing for individual modifications, which can later be synchronized to reflect changes in both locations. This tool is compatible with various Unix systems, including Solaris and Linux, as well as OS X, and it facilitates cross-platform synchronization, making it possible to sync a Windows laptop with a Unix server effortlessly. Unlike distributed filesystems, Unison operates at the user level, eliminating the need for kernel modifications or superuser access on either machine. It can connect any two machines over the internet, utilizing a direct socket connection or an encrypted SSH tunnel for secure communication. Additionally, Unison is designed to be efficient with network bandwidth, ensuring reliable performance even on slower connections like PPP. With its user-friendly approach, Unison presents a practical solution for those needing to keep their files consistent across different systems and platforms.
Description
Rsync is a freely available open source tool that enables quick incremental file transfers and is distributed under the GNU General Public License. Users can obtain the GPG signing key for the release files from public PGP key servers; if automatic key-fetching is activated, simply executing a "gpg --verify" command will automatically retrieve the key. Alternatively, individuals may choose to manually download the GPG key associated with Wayne Davison. Designed primarily for Unix systems, rsync employs a unique "rsync algorithm" that allows for efficient synchronization of remote files by transmitting only the differences between them, rather than requiring complete sets of files to be present at either end of the connection. Additionally, rsync can optionally maintain the integrity of symbolic links, hard links, file ownership, permissions, devices, and timestamps. With its internal pipelining feature, rsync significantly reduces latency when processing multiple files, making it an optimal choice for users seeking effective file transfer solutions. Overall, rsync stands out as a powerful and versatile tool for efficient file management across different systems.
API Access
Has API
API Access
Has API
Integrations
Comet Backup
FileBrowser Professional
Pricing Details
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Free Trial
Free Version
Pricing Details
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Free Trial
Free Version
Deployment
Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook
Deployment
Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Types of Training
Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person
Types of Training
Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person
Vendor Details
Company Name
Unison
Website
www.cis.upenn.edu/~bcpierce/unison/
Vendor Details
Company Name
rsync
Founded
2001
Website
rsync.samba.org/download.html
Product Features
File Sync
Audit Trail
Backup and Recovery
Conflict Detection
Real Time Synchronization
Remote Synchronization
Synchronization Scheduling
Two-Way Synchronization
Product Features
File Sync
Audit Trail
Backup and Recovery
Conflict Detection
Real Time Synchronization
Remote Synchronization
Synchronization Scheduling
Two-Way Synchronization