CNET Editors' review
The program provides standard functionality for backing up and synchronizing your data. Like many similar applications, Second Copy is based on profiles that store information about what files to back up, where and when to do so, and so on.
The program can back up 25 versions of the same file, handy for those users who routinely make a lot of changes. All you have to do to create a new profile is modify a similar one. You can group numerous profiles and run backups automatically in the background. For more advanced users, the program offers FTP support, command-line options, and macros.
Its otherwise handy and clear interface would gain from integrating dialog and option windows in the common shell, but what it really lacks is a tree view for profiles. However, Second Copy's functionality and price are adequate for both small-business and home users, especially those comfortable with technology.
Publisher's Description
From Centered Systems:
Second Copy automatically copies files and folders from one location to another on the local drives, across the network, or to removable drives such as USB, CD-RW/DVD, or on network storage devices. It works in the background. Simply tell Second Copy which files to copy, where and when to copy them, and forget about it. Its easy-to-use setup wizard helps to define "profiles" that describe the source and the destination location, and the frequency at which to copy the files. It monitors the source files and automatically copies the new or changed files to the destination. It can compress and encrypt the files using the built-in compression utility. Automatic scheduling includes specific days of the week, hours of the day, or any desired time intervals. New features include 256-bit AES encryption, FTP support, e-mail notification, and support to run as a service, PKZip compatible compression, two-way file synchronization, and the ability to archive up to 25 old versions of files.
Version 7.0.0.160 added ShowPreview option to main screen pop-up menu, fixed SetFocus problem on Browse button in Profile Wizard, and changed profile Wizard and Options to accommodate large fonts.
What's new in this version:
- Fixed: SetFocus problem on Browse button in Profile Wizard
- Changed: Preview dialogue does not show folders
- Changed: Profile Wizard and Options dialogs to accommodate large fonts
- Added: ShowPreview option to main screen pop-up menu
- Fixed: Problems with USB volume insertion
- FTP profile automatically sets OverwriteNewerFiles if profile is using archive bit
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"when it is running, I cannot run other applications"
Version: Second Copy 7.0.0.160
Pros
I think the concept behind this application is a good one. I like all the features given.
Cons
When its running (on XP) it locks the PC up - and many times I've had to hit the power button just to get back control.
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"Easy and Reliable Backup"
Version: Second Copy 7.0.0.160
Pros
I have used this software now through three major revisions. The first version was great and the next two were better. I use this to backup my business records on a daily basis and have found it easy to use and reliable.
I backup to an alternate hard drive, a networked computer and a flash drive that leaves the office each night. Second copy does this all with great ease and I am confident of the moves.
I have had the occasion to contact customer support - my error not the software - and found the support fast, accurate and friendly, not to mention done at no charge as a courtesy. This software is a steal at twice the price. Download it and give it a try!
Paul Jaruszewski, DDS
Cons
Doesn't make coffee. Other than that... None.
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"Finally, a backup utility that copies files!"
Version: Second Copy 7.0.0.160
Pros
There are so many backup tools out there (including the built-in Windows Backup Utility) which can only backup your files to an unwieldy monolithic archive. Second Copy synchronizes your active and backup filesystem exactly, so you have a full, exact copy! The interface is also clean, simple and powerful.
Cons
A few really minor issues: wildcards didn't behave exactly as i expected (although they are usable) and the Activity Log can take a rather long time to open.
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"Excellent product. Second Copy + Acronis TrueImage = Worry free backups"
Version: Second Copy 7.0.0.160
Pros
Stable and functional. For complete images however, use Acronis TrueImage.
Cons
Nothing really.
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