How do I compare contents of folder, files?

How do I compare contents of folder, files? Is there a way to natively compare files and folders for content, perhaps in command prompt? If not, is there a good program for that?
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bert [Entry]

"Natively, you can use the comp or the fc commands.

comp
fc"

bert [Entry]

"I recommend Beyond Compare.

It can compare directories against each other, regardless whether the directory is local or FTP.
It can sync those directories, including subdirectories, with custom include/exclude file patterns.
It can compare files against each other. There are free plugins for Office documents, images, you name it.

I know the question has long been answered, but thought this might still be helpful for later readers."