diff --git a/user_manual/sync.rst b/user_manual/sync.rst
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--- a/user_manual/sync.rst
+++ b/user_manual/sync.rst
@@ -2,8 +2,16 @@ Desktop Synchronisation
 ========================
 
 For synchronizing files with your desktop computer, we recommend using the
-`ownCloud Client`_ for Windows, Mac OS X and Linux. Its usage is documented
-separately in the `ownCloud Desktop Client Manual`_.
+`ownCloud Client`_ for Windows, Mac OS X and Linux.
+
+The ownCloud Desktop Client enables you to connect to your private ownCloud Server. 
+You can create folders in your home directory, and keep the contents of those 
+folders synced with your ownCloud server. Simply copy a file into the directory 
+and the ownCloud desktop client does the rest. Make a change to the files on one 
+computer, it will flow across the others using these desktop sync clients. Always 
+have your latest files with you wherever you are. 
+
+Its usage is documented separately in the `ownCloud Desktop Client Manual`_.
 
 Furthermore, It is possible to synchronize your ownCloud calendar and address book
 with a variety of different operating systems and devices. It is also possible to