Best way to keep imac and mac book in sync?

I have an imac g5 and a macbook. I have made the initial transfer of all files from the desktop to the laptop. What is the best way to keep the two in sync, such as iTunes, iPhoto, etc? I'm sure this is a stupid question, but I need help!! Thanks in advance

Check out the application called "SuperDuper!" at www, shirtpocket;
SD will 'clone' your Mac to your Macbook if you start the Macbook in Target mode.
You'll have 2 identical Macs with identical everything.
Now there's a start for you

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