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What is the Difference Between Active and Passive FTP?

Active and passive modes can be a difficult idea to understand. In some ways it seems counterintuitive. The simplest explanation is that active and passive are the two modes that FTP can run in. An FTP server can be placed in two different default modes by an administrator: Active or Passive. Active mode was originally […]

Are FTP Servers Secure?

FTP is a simple protocol that, if implemented correctly, can make it easy to send, retrieve and store files. The technology isn’t groundbreaking, but it does the job. But are FTP servers secure? What are the FTP server security risks? The biggest limitation of FTP is that, by itself, it’s not inherently secure. When determining whether […]

How to Choose the Right FTP Server

You’ve been running your favorite FTP server software for years, and it works flawlessly. One of the great things about FTP is that it’s a simple protocol that, if implemented correctly, is a file transfer workhorse. The technology isn’t sexy, but it does the job. So what’s the problem with using an FTP server? What’s […]

CUCM Backup: SFTP Server Configuration for CUCM Using Titan FTP Server

Cisco Systems, Inc. has recommended Titan FTP Server Enterprise Edition as an approved backup server for Cisco Unified Communications Manager. Cisco UCM has the ability to back up sound files to a server using SFTP. Backing up to Titan FTP Server could not be easier or more effective, and can be done by completing two […]

6 Ways to Hacker-Proof Your Server

SFTP Server Security Best Practices Keeping your corporate servers safe is a constant concern for IT professionals. Typically, the first step in SFTP Server security is choosing a secure protocol such as FTP/S or SFTP. Sometimes, that’s not possible, so what other security measures can you take? The most important thing to focus on is […]

Free FTP Server Software: Is it Worth the Price?

Free FTP server software is tempting when your IT budget is stretched, or when you don’t want to go through a long and cumbersome purchasing process. There are many good freeware options available, but in a corporate environment, these may carry risks. Here are some things to consider while searching for FTP Server Software: Security […]

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