Teracopy
Encyclopedia
TeraCopy is a software application that moves or copies computer file
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In case of transfer errors, TeraCopy will try several times; after that, it skips the faulty file and proceeds with the rest of the operation. TeraCopy also shows failed file transfers and allows the user to fix the problem and recopy the problematic files.
TeraCopy can replace Explorer copy and move functions. The author asserts that it has full Unicode support.
. TeraCopy Pro, a shareware
version of the application, adds additional features such as having a list of favorite folders to be used as a copy destination and the ability to modify the copy queue.
reviewed TeraCopy. Ionut Ilascu, Softepdia reviewer, commended the application on its ability for its error recovery functionality but concluded "TeraCopy is a lot faster than Windows Explorer on XP is, but only with proper defragmentation. On Vista, it moves a tad slower even if defragmentation of the disk has been performed."
Computer file
A computer file is a block of arbitrary information, or resource for storing information, which is available to a computer program and is usually based on some kind of durable storage. A file is durable in the sense that it remains available for programs to use after the current program has finished...
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Design
TeraCopy uses dynamically adjusted buffers to reduce seek times. Asynchronous copy speeds up file transfer between two physical hard drives. The processes can be paused or resumed.In case of transfer errors, TeraCopy will try several times; after that, it skips the faulty file and proceeds with the rest of the operation. TeraCopy also shows failed file transfers and allows the user to fix the problem and recopy the problematic files.
TeraCopy can replace Explorer copy and move functions. The author asserts that it has full Unicode support.
Licensing
TeraCopy is freewareFreeware
Freeware is computer software that is available for use at no cost or for an optional fee, but usually with one or more restricted usage rights. Freeware is in contrast to commercial software, which is typically sold for profit, but might be distributed for a business or commercial purpose in the...
. TeraCopy Pro, a shareware
Shareware
The term shareware is a proprietary software that is provided to users without payment on a trial basis and is often limited by any combination of functionality, availability, or convenience. Shareware is often offered as a download from an Internet website or as a compact disc included with a...
version of the application, adds additional features such as having a list of favorite folders to be used as a copy destination and the ability to modify the copy queue.
Reception
On 17 August 2007, SoftpediaSoftpedia
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reviewed TeraCopy. Ionut Ilascu, Softepdia reviewer, commended the application on its ability for its error recovery functionality but concluded "TeraCopy is a lot faster than Windows Explorer on XP is, but only with proper defragmentation. On Vista, it moves a tad slower even if defragmentation of the disk has been performed."