1. A computer implement method of synchronizing information on a portable computer, said method comprising the steps of: initiating a first synchronization process in a first personal computer to synchronize information stored on said portable computer, said portable computer coupled to said first personal computer through a local communication link; locating a preferred second personal computer coupled to said first personal computer across a network; initiating a second synchronization process in said preferred second personal computer; and synchronizing said information stored on said portable computer with said preferred second personal computer across said network.