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What is SFTP?????

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What is SFTP?????

Jan 15th, 2008

Hi all,
I am new in programming and I just joined a company that offers secure file transfer software components. So I firstly want to gather some selective information on why should I use Secure FTP instead of FTP? And why is SFTP better than FTP?
Thanks in advance!

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Re: What is SFTP?????

Jan 15th, 2008

ftp transfers files in clear text. it also sends passwords in clear text. VERY unsecure.

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Re: What is SFTP?????

Jan 16th, 2008

Hi, first of all congratulation for job. Despite the similarity in name the two protocols are completely different. In FTP all data is passed back and forth between the client and server without the use of encryption. This makes it possible for an eavesdropper to listen in and retrieve your confidential information including login details. With SFTP all the data is encrypted before it is sentient across the network. Hope you will satisfy with my opinions. I wish you for your great career.
All the best!

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