User Guide

of duplicated files with the latest versions from the source vol-

ume. Unlike the Backup process, the Duplicate process does not

maintain the earlier versions. However, you do have the option

to run incremental duplicates, where only new or modified files

are copied to the destination at each Duplicate session.

Because duplicated files are copied in their native formats, you

cannot apply compression or encryption. However, this also

means you can restore duplicated files simply by dragging and

dropping them from the destination back to the source.

Synchronization (Sync)

The Sync function enables you to use your PushButton Drive to

synchronize files on multiple computers or hard drives without

the hassle of manually tracking changes or tediously copying

files between computers/drives.

Let's consider a couple of scenarios:

Sync Scenario 1: Maintaining a working backup of a computer

Let's say you routinely work at the office and at home. You need

a way to both backup your working files and work on them at

home. Using the Sync function, first, you synchronize the work-

ing files on your office PC to your PushButton Drive. Now you

have a portable duplicate you can work from at home. (At the

same time, you also have a backup that you can use to restore lost