Can iTunes Libraries Sync between computers?

Wondering if there was a way to sync libraries between two computers. I have a G5 and laptop both running Leopard. I'm currently running the same library on both. Wondering if I add a CD or song to one, is there an easier way to sync them up. Other than replacing the library and importing from the source. Thanks!

There is no Apple-provided way, but you may wish to investigate a 3rd party program such as Sync-O-Tunes. I haven't used it so cannot vouch for how well it might work.

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