In my previous life as a change control manager, I used version management (SCC) software, DIFFs and performed code reviews daily. When I was forciably retired I needed a DIFF engine for my personal use, maintaining a web site, and keeping the home network in good order, I shopped around and finally bought BEYOND COMPARE by Scooter Software out of Madison Wisconsin. It’s been in the toolbox since and it, along with “Agent Ransack”, are two tools that I use almost daily.
If I wish to manage my backups or check for duplicates, these two tools work very well. If I wish to make a change to my websites, B.C. does a great job of both managing versions and ftp’ing the changes to the remote site.
The Scooter Software website is easy to find, as are the many references to Beyond Compare. I’m quite happy with the version 3.3.1. I have received no compensation for this endorsement, I just wanted to share my pleasure in using a great tool.