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    I want to back up specific files to an external hard drive. The drive is not always connected so I don't want a full copy back up each time - just any changes I have made since the last time the backup program was run.
    I've used Synctoy in the past but I am reading it no longer properly works with Windows 10.

    Any recommendations for an alternative?
    Thanks.
    Elaine








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    I've been using FreeFileSync for a couple of years now. Much more powerful than Synctoy, and more reliable.

    Download FreeFileSync 13.4. FreeFileSync is a free open source data backup software that helps you synchronize files and folders on Windows, Linux and macOS.
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    • #3
      Thanks Pete. Just downloaded it - on a test run at the moment!
      Elaine







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      • #4
        Thanks again Pete. Seems to be working well.
        Elaine







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        • #5
          Personally for backups or an file transfers I use 'drag and drop' from one window (computer) to another (device or cloud). I prefer to do thid because its me that's in control, not some other program. Often make a random check to make sure it worked OK and, so far, it always has.
          Anne

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          • #6
            Thanks Anne. I often use drag and drop for backing up to a USB stick or small external disc drive, but in this instance I needed something that would remain plugged in and copy amendments across as and when I want it to.
            Very happy with Pete's suggestion of FreeFileSync - just trying to get my head around it backing up automatically as changes are made!
            Elaine







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