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Dropbox Slip-Up for 4 Long Hours
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By Erik Small -

In our world of file transfer, security and encryption are paramount to properly protecting data. Some unfortunate security news has hit the wire regarding Dropbox, an online file storage and file sharing service.

Similar to FTP, Dropbox files are stored and encrypted with AES-256 and transmission of data occurs over an encrypted channel, like SSL.

The unfortunate part of this story is the major failure to limit access into each user’s account.
Wired.com reported:
“Dropbox did the unthinkable Sunday — it allowed anyone in the world to access
any one of its 25 million customers’ online storage lockers — simply by typing
in any password.”

Read the full story from Wired.com regarding the Dropbox security breach:

http://www.wired.com/threatlevel/2011/06/dropbox/

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Wishing FTP a Happy 40th Birthday
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By pete -

From a simple protocol to copy files over a TCP-based network, the core element of FTP (File Transfer Protocol) technology has become a sophisticated, integrated model that provides control, visibility, compliance and security in a variety of environments, including the cloud.

It is a far cry from when Abhay Bushan, a student at MIT, wrote the original specification for FTP (published as RFC 114) 40 years ago on April 16, 1971.

Read more : Ipswitch File Transfer Wishes FTP Happy 40th Birthday.

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New Version Released: WS_FTP Server 7.5.1 now with Failover to achieve High-Availability
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By Erik Small -

Ipswitch just released WS_FTP Server 7.5.1, a new version of their secure file transfer server software line.  WS_FTP Server can now be deployed in a failover configuration to achieve high availability for increased uptime and reliability.

The new update also introduces:

  • Multiple SSH keys per authenticated user: A single user may now authenticate with two, three, or more different SSH client keys, allowing for multi-factor authentication without the administrative hassle of key replication and coordination.
  • New operating system support: Microsoft 64-bit only “R2” operating systems in English & German.  We also now support Microsoft Windows Server 2008 in German.

Read more about the latest version of WS_FTP Server from Ipswitch!

WS_FTP Server 7.5.1 Released

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How-To FTP, FTP Help, and many Q&As from Webmasters around the Planet
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By Erik Small -

A brief reminder that the File Transfer Planet Forums are now fixed (had a small issue for those trying to create a new registration profile).

Also, don’t forget to utilize the FTP Guides and share with friends. They include basic information on FTP, how to setup an FTP Server, or simply transfer files from your FTP client to a Server/Host.

Winter Computing - Need to Transfer Files?

Winter Computing - Need to Transfer Files?

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Why use SSL over FTP?
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By Erik Small -

FTP has been around a long time, but many do not know FTP technology can be used in a very secure way.

SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) can be used in conjunction with FTP to provide increased
security over standard FTP. The WS_FTP Professional Security Guide  provides an overview of the SSL protocol and
describes how SSL works within WS_FTP. Skip to chapter 2 of the guide.

SSL is a protocol for encrypting and decrypting data sent across direct internet
connections. When a client makes an SSL connection with a server, all data sent to and
from that server is encoded with a complex mathematical algorithm that makes it
difficult to decode anything that is intercepted. 

An important note: You cannot use SSL unless the FTP server supports it and has been configured
to accept SSL connections. If you would like to use SSL, but your server does not
support it, contact your server administrator. 

Read through Chapter 2 on how to make an SSL connection with a server (configured for SSL, of course).

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Creating an Advanced Synchronized Task in Ipswitch WS_FTP Professional
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By Erik Small -

Do you use the WS_FTP Professional client? One nice feature in the product is the ability to setup advanced synchronized tasks for files in a specific location. Check out this quick video for a step-by-step tutorial from the Ipswitch File Transfer Technical Support team:

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Turn your PC into an FTP Server
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By Erik Small -

File Transfer Planet likes to receive feedback from the FTP community on pressing issues or common troubleshooting tips. One topic we hear often: “What are the basic steps to setting up your PC as an FTP Server

Our File Transfer Forum and FTP Guides section of File Transfer Planet has a great how-to on this topic.

Here’s an excerpt on setting up an FTP Server, but feel free to read the entire post at this link:

What are the basic steps to setting up your PC as an FTP Server

“Why an FTP Server?

E-mail attachments really don’t cut it. With e-mail, you have little control of how long it takes for someone to get your file. There are limits on file size and you’re unable to resume downloads that cut-out before they are complete.

Running an FTP server on your computer can virtually guarantee that your friends, co-workers, and vendors can get all your files in a timely, secure manner. Running an FTP server is safe. FTP servers allow you full control over who can login to your computer, which files they can access, and whether or not they’re able to upload.”

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International Space Station Transfers Scientific Data from Space with WS_FTP
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By Erik Small -

Yes, we’re talking about a space laboratory and WS_FTP.

The European Columbus laboratory, located on the International Space Station (ISS), has selected Ipswitch’s file transfer solutions. This is really exciting for WS_FTP. The European Columbus laboratory will be using
WS_FTP to securely transfer scientific data from the space laboratory to Earth
. The scale of the processes the laboratory will be using is also amazing. Each experimental cycle is anticipated to generate hundreds of megabytes of data for which WS_FTP Professional will be used to securely transfer in and from space.

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WS_FTP LE is back
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By admin -

WS_FTP LE is back as a free FTP client.

The all-new version delivers a clean interface that is not only simple, functional and secure – it is also incredibly easy to use. The new website http://www.wsftple.com provides some nice screenshots of the product.


Get your free license now!

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Backup and Server Software – Novastor and WS_FTP Server bundled together
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By Erik Small -

FileTransferPlanet community – Check out this great bundled offer:

NovaStor has partnered with Ipswitch by bringing you world class backup/data protection,
and secure file transfer hosting for your Windows Server, together… all at a great savings.

NovaBackup Server provides automatic backup and protection for your important Windows Server Files, with full support for Windows 2008 R2 and Windows 2003 systems.

WS_FTP Server delivers secure file transfer software on the server side with unrivalled security, encryption and powerful administrator control.