What Is FTP, and How Can I Use It to Transfer Files?
Baffled by the abbreviation FTP? You are not alone. đ€·đ»ââïž Find out what FTP is, how it works, and what it’s used forâall in this guide! âŹïž
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The File Transfer Protocol (FTP) isnât on everyoneâs mind these days, unlike HTTPS, so seeing it mentioned somewhere may confuse you.
The first FTP client applications existed long before operating systems had graphical user interfaces. So how could you possibly need some protocol from the early 1970s today?
Hereâs the thing: FTP is still commonly used by skilled professionals in different areas â and not just web developers or system administrators. If youâre maintaining a personal or professional website, sooner or later, youâll find yourself in need of a robust file transfer solution. Weâll help you understand what FTP is and what itâs used for.
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0:00 Intro
0:40 What Is FTP?
1:23 How Does FTP Work?
4:13 How To Use FTP to Transfer Files
6:01 What Is an FTP Client, and Why Do You Need One?
7:16 Whatâs the Difference Between FTP and SFTP?
10:07 What Are the Pros and Cons of FTP?
11:42 Common Use Cases for FTP
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