Can I do backups and updates without syncing with itunes?

I want to use other methods to put content on my IPAD and just use Itunes for backing up my IPAD and installing updates. I also want to be able to manually put content on my IPAD using drag and drop within Itunes. If I select the checkbox in preferences to prevent automatic syncing will this do what I want?
Thanks.

Yes, if you check the box to prevent automatic syncing, you will have the control to do what you want to do. I have always chosen the option to not automatically open iTunes or to sync when I connect any of my "iDevices". I check the music, apps, photos, books, etc, that I want to sync -always have and always will. I drag and drop as well at times. I want the control and that is how you get it, by checking that box in the preferences.

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