FAQs for using the Agent

1. How can I run a single sync operation?

To perform a single sync operation and then stop the agent, use the -immediate flag. This will execute the sync process immediately and terminate afterward.

2. How do I sync data across multiple personal computers for the same user?

If you use multiple computers and want to sync data under a single user identifier, enable the includeHostname setting in your configuration. This setting appends your computer's hostname to the data, ensuring synchronization is separated by device.

• Result: One user, multiple hosts, and data organized per host.

3. How can I check my configurations, filters, and categories before running the agent?

To review your agent’s settings, filters (processed, not raw), and categorized results, use the -testConfig flag. This flag prints all relevant details to the console, allowing you to verify your setup before initiating the agent.

4. How can I use the agent on macOS since the -service option isn’t supported?

On macOS, you can:

1. Run the agent as a standalone executable.
2. Alternatively, use Docker to run the agent. When run in a Docker container, the agent will operate continuously, simulating a service until the container is stopped.