I need a 2 way sync tool for the mac (or a shell script and some help)

I am looking for a way to (two way) sync a folder on my Macbook Pro with a SMB Server (aka Windows)
I found a few paid for applications that do this, and before I buy one I thought I'd ask here and see if there are any recommendations.
So far I've found Synk Standard and ChronoSync.
I assume this could also be hacked together with Automator and some shell scripts, but I'm not sure how I'd do that.

yes, Chronosync is often recommended for this kind of thing. Never heard of Synk Standard. you can also do it for free with rsync but I suggest you stick with Chronosync.

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most?
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It is powerful and easy to use.
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application? For example: provided tutorials and
manuals, third-party tutorials or books, training
classes?
Manuals, third-party tutorials and discussions foruns.
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with the DVD Studio Pro Help documentation?
Using scripts. It could be better with a lot of examples. "To do that, try this one".
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Do I need to give up on Acrobat for the Mac?

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The most secure is zeroing an entire hard drive:
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You have FrameMaker for the PC. V12.
You stopped for the Mac with V7.
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Empty trash can, delete unused apps (with a tool like AppDelete), Get rid of old data (by using a tool like WhatSize to identify the biggest space suckers) and/or delete unused videos, photos and music...
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Regards from Switzerland

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