WebDAV servers support synchronization by implementing the WebDAV DeltaV protocol, which provides a mechanism for clients to track changes on the server and to synchronize their content accordingly. DeltaV defines a set of methods and properties that can be used to query and manipulate versions of resources, enabling clients to obtain information about changes that have occurred since their last synchronization and to update their local copies accordingly.
One of the key features of the DeltaV protocol is its support for versioning, which allows resources to be versioned and tracked over time. Clients can use the VERSION-CONTROL method to create a new version of a resource, and can use the CHECKOUT and CHECKIN methods to obtain and release exclusive write access to a version.
Another important feature of the DeltaV protocol is its support for merging changes between different versions of a resource. Clients can use the MERGE method to apply changes from one version of a resource to another, allowing them to synchronize their local copies with the server while preserving any changes they have made locally.
Overall, the DeltaV protocol provides a powerful framework for WebDAV servers to support synchronization, allowing clients to track changes, version resources, and synchronize their content with the server in a reliable and efficient manner.
