Syncing ICal on different computers by Ipod

hi,
I am attempting to synch calendars on different Macs. My Ipod only writes data onto the Mac (but does not receive from it). To truly 'synchronize', I would need my Ipod to send AND receive new calendar events and address book items so both computers are 'in sync'.
Can this be done (without .MAC account)?
Thanks!

Hi Thomas,
Welcome to Apple Discussions.
First, I think it is fair to say that iCal .Mac syncing was really designed for the single user with a couple of Macs. But that doesn't mean it can't work for something more robust. There are people who are doing as you are with no problem (but perhaps not with as much data). And there are folks reporting problems syncing between Tiger and Panther (makes sense to me). And other folks reporting problems syncing period.
If you had been following threads here, you'd see that there seems to be a problem sometimes with iCal and iSync so if that's in the picture (has to be for Panther) than perhaps that's part of your problem. See the thread for more info: Patricia W, "iCal "Unexpectedly" Quitting after iTunes 5.0.1 install" #29, 10:59am Sep 25, 2005 CDT
I know that doesn't answer your question, but know that some folks are doing what you want with no problem.

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