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<\/a><\/p>\nThere are other tricks to keeping in sync. But for me, this is a simple solution that gives me the freedom to go from office to office with all my files.<\/p>\n
Need a File That Is Not Synced?<\/h3>\n
What about those media files, or any other files that you do not regularly keep synchronized on your laptop computer? Well, I use MobileMe’s “Back to My Mac” feature. I can log on to my home iMac and either copy the file to my laptop, or just use the file on the desktop without ever transferring it.<\/p>\n
For example, I keep DreamWeaver on my iMac at home. I do not use it on my laptop, because my need for updating websites (other than my blog) while I travel is relatively rare. On those occasions, I bring up my screen at home, start DreamWeaver, edit my site and send the file to the server via FTP. The file never actually exists on my laptop. The entire thing is done remotely without the need for cluttering up my laptop with occasional-use software.<\/p>\n
In Summary<\/h3>\n
There you have it. My simple plan for keeping my Macs in sync with each other. You might have a better plan. Great! Feel free to share it with us.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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