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PCsync does its file update magic through an interface that makes Microsoft Briefcase look as primitive as an abacus. Once you've installed PCsync on a pair of computers, it's a simple matter to share them, connect them, and select files and folders that you wish to synchronize. PCsync will look at the file dates and ensure that each computer is updated with the latest version of the files you selected. If there are conflicts--files with the same name, for example--PCsync lets you know so you can decide whether to overwrite them. That way, files that you might need to revert to won't be accidentally deleted.
File synchronization is only one of PCsync's tricks. Another one--and possibly its coolest--is its PC migration assistant. Suppose you've purchased a brand-new PC, but you've been using your old PC for five years and it's overstuffed with files, applications, and settings that you really wish you could move to your new computer with ease. PCsync does this with surprising ease and grace, walking users through the process via a wizard and even bridging different versions of Windows. We were able to migrate several applications, Start Menu settings, desktop settings, and other bits of personalization from a Windows 98 PC to a newly set-up Windows XP computer without hassle.
The only disappointment is actually a frivolity: PCsync includes a module called MusicMover, a special music applet that lets you organize, catalog, and transfer between PCs and even play MP3s. We found this module's interface to be lacking in intuitiveness and, for some reason, it had a terrible time searching our hard disks for MP3 files.
MusicMover's shortcomings aren't enough to detract from PCsync 3.0's otherwise outstanding, simple, and convenient feature set. If you're purchasing a new computer and you're not sure how to get all your old stuff onto it, or if you use a laptop and a desktop simultaneously and need an easy way to keep your files in order, you'll love PCsync. --Joel Durham, Jr.
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2002-07-292002-07-222002-07-15Last year I bought PCSync 2.0 and upgraded recently to 3.0. Although the product does what I need it to, I found there to be a few too many glitches with the item.
For example, as a result of my loading PCSync onto my computer, it won't shut down all the way. This is the same problem that could be found on the earlier 2.0 version. I must now manually shut my computer off each and every time I use it. I attempted to rectify this situation but found that the technical support folks at PCsync/Laplink are the absolute worst. They have a huge attitude and are very bitter. And to add insult to injury, they don't seem to have very much knowledge in regard to their own products. It goes without saying that they were unable to rectify the shutdown issue.
If you don't mind the inconvenience of having to perform a manual shut down each and every time you turn off your computer, then get the product. However, chances are you'll find this to be a big pain in the rear. Combine this with what is stated in other reviews on this website about installation problems and you'll agree that it would be best to purchase a different product.
Works great but watch the installation 
2002-01-07
PCsync 3.0 works great -- as advertised. However, installation isn't quite as easy as advertised (is it ever?).
Here's what happened as I connected two laptops running Windows 2000: After intially installing the software, I found that the two computers would not communicate with each other through the serial port. I went through all of the troubleshooting actions suggested in the documentation and came up empty.
Out of desperation, I uninstalled the software from one of the machines and tried to do what PCsync refers to as a "remote install." By doing this, I realized that the machines were unable to access the COM1 ports through the serial cables. The COM1 port (on both machines) was busy because of the Palm Desktop HotSync program running in the system tray (bottom right of Windows). I closed Palm on both computers and PCsync instantly worked.
One would think that such a simple program conflict would be detected by the program (our outlined in the troubleshooting documentation), but it wasn't.
magnificent migration 
2001-12-04
I have had the opportunity now to both work and play with PCSync. It is a nimble, simple to use and very capable software package allowing data and application migration and easy file transfer over networks, between PC's and using the Internet.
I have transferred files, helped others with their computing tasks and even borrowed MP3 music files so that I could complete a copy of an out of print CD.
I have moved apps and files between my networked PC's with ease and also worked over the net with co-developers in a remote location.
The ability to transfer, play and catalog MP3 files are great features for one stop MP3 sharing and use. I have found this to be a really fun feature. It certainly takes the drudgery out of the process of building a great music collection.
I also believe it is the BEST migration tool for moving all your applications and data to Windows XP. And it's the ONLY migration product that keeps on giving AFTER the migration is done with its file sync and music mover features.
I recently helped my father with his PC migration to Windows XP. It was a snap!
PCsync is a great product and I recommend it highly for the inexperienced user or the cagey veteran!
Works fine! 2003-05-02
I use this product to synchronize files between my XP laptop and my windows 98 desktop over the house network. I have had no problems although it sometimes show conflicts where none seem to exist. Very helpful. A little difficult perhaps for those with less computer experience to use but otherwise great!
It doesn't even make a good doorstop! 2002-11-17
I have worked with Laplink 95/3.1 and had a very good experience. So when upgrading my computer and operating program this was a natural to select for file transfer to the new computer. I spent many frustrating hours attempting to make it work. Requests to the on line help generated a reference to an on line article that was of no help. I have given up. This software would not recognize a connection with the provided cable between a Windows 98 Pentium II to a XP Home Edition Pentium IV.
Incompatible with XP and USB 2002-11-11
Have spent many hours, unsuccessfully, trying to get this product to work on XP with LapLink's USB cable -- the only fast option, the other being a serial connection. Problems include getting scary blue-screen messages which bring down the whole operating system. LapLink was unable to help... Finally had to uninstall the whole thing and at least my PC has recovered.
didn't work 2002-08-10
I spend several hours with tech support trying to connect a Win XP desktop to a Win 98 laptop and it never worked. I formerly used version 1.52 and it did work, but was squirrelly (and not compatible with XP). Obviously no progress was made with 3.0.
Plus, you can only access tech support via chat, so every time you reboot you lose them. Annoying.
Bottom line -- PCSync is at best way too complicated for a consumer product.
PCSync 3.0 Buyers Beware !!! 2002-08-06
After several attempts (and nearly 6 hours) of trying to create a serial connection to enable file transfers from an old computer (operating under Windows 98) to a new computer (Windows XP), I gave up frustrated and angry that a company could bring out such a poor product. In addition, the online product support was useless and there were no contact number to contact the manufacturer. A process that I was hoping to take an hour, has taken 6 hours to date without resolution - I would suggest that you stay away from this product!!!!
