Understanding inSync
Overview
This topic introduces inSync and informs about the different interfaces that you will use to work in inSync.
What is inSync?
inSync is an enterprise level data backup and sharing solution. inSync includes the following components:
- An inSync Server on which data is backed up from various endpoints such as computers, smartphones, and tablets. Only the inSync administrators have access to the inSync server.
- An inSync client component installed on the endpoints from where the data is backed up. As end-users of inSync you will work with the client component.
In the event of a device or data loss, you can restore or download data from the inSync Server.
Interfaces to interact with inSync
As end-users of inSync, you will work exclusively with the client component of inSync. You can use the following interfaces to work in inSync.
Interface | Interface Type | Description |
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inSync Client | Software Application | It is your primary interface to inSync from your computer.
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inSync Share | Folder | It is your primary interface to the share functionality of inSync. Note: The share functionality of inSync is available only if the inSync administrator has enabled it for you. |
inSync Web | Web Application | It is a Web interface to access your inSync account for restoring and sharing data. |
inSync App | Mobile Application | It is your primary interface to inSync from your smartphone or your tablet. |