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May 31, 2006
Missing File List
Have you ever connect to an FTP site and found that the file/directory list was empty or blank? If so, the problem is most likely that you need to change to passive mode (Tools > Site Manager > Select Site > Click Edit > Advanced > 'Use passive mode...')
If this doesn't resolve the problem, you can also try selecting 'Automatic Detect' in the host type dropdown on that same 'Advanced' screen.
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May 30, 2006
Network Timeout
In WS_FTP (and many other FTP clients), there is an option called network timeout that determines how long WS_FTP will wait for an FTP site to respond.
You can edit this setting in WS_FTP's Site Manager. First, select the site you want to edit from the Sites list and click the 'Edit' button.
Nest, select the Advanced dialog option and look for the 'Network timeout' option. Enter the number of seconds you want WS_FTP (or whatever FTP client you use) to wait for a response and click OK.
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May 26, 2006
Basic Features of WS_FTP
Here is a nice list of WS_FTP's basic features (as found in the WS_FTP help file):
- Connect your PC to a remote FTP site
- Browse files and folders on both the FTP site and your PC
- Copy and move files between your PC and an FTP site
- Copy files from one FTP site to another (Professional version)
- Save and organize connection parameters for your favorite FTP sites
- Resume interrupted file transfers
- Automatically retry failed transfers
- Transfer a single file in multiple parts (Professional Version)
- Make a secure connection (with SSL or SSH) so that all data is encrypted as it is transferred (Professional version)
- Append a file to another file on the other system (Professional version)
- Track and save the folder paths you visit for quick access another time
- Perform multiple file transfers using the WS_FTP Transfer Manager
- Schedule large files for download at a later, non-peak time with the WS_FTP Scheduler Utility (Professional version)
- Find files and folders meeting certain criteria using the WS_FTP Find Utility (Professional version)
- Synchronize directory structures between your PC and an FTP site using the WS_FTP Synchronize Utility (Professional version)
- Synchronize two remote sites (Professional version)
- Integrate WS_FTP with your browser for faster downloading of files from the Web
- Browse remote and local sites with thumbnail view
- Auto-connect to remote sites on application start-up
- Display local and remote image files as thumbnails
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May 25, 2006
Faster Transfers
Our 'Improving WS_FTP Transfer Speed' article provides some simple tips to help you transfer a bit quicker. Check it out!
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May 24, 2006
What is your favorite program?
The title of this post asks it all: what is your favorite piece of software? Is it a tool, a game, web browser, multimedia application? Something else?
Leave a comment and let us know.
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May 23, 2006
WS_FTP Patches and Updates
Make sure your copy of WS_FTP is up to date. Check out the WS_FTP Patches and Updates page.
Make sure you are on the latest version!
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May 22, 2006
WS_FTP Server Webinar Reminder
Just a reminder that there is a free WS_FTP Server webinar tomorrow (May 23) at 9am EST. To register, click here.
We're trying to make a recording of the webinar available so that those who can't attend can still see it.
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May 19, 2006
Newsletter Archive Updated
The newsletter archive has been updated with all 2006 newsletters. The archive dates back to 2000 and can be found here.
If you haven't subscribed to the newsletter, you can here. It's free and we won't spam you.
Here's our very first newsletter from April 7, 2000.
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May 18, 2006
FTP on a BlackBerry
I discovered yesterday that there is an FTP client made for BlackBerry devices called Mobile FTP. If you're using a BlackBerry and have always wanted to FTP from it, this might work for you.
Click here to check it out.
I don't have a BlackBerry and haven't been able to test it but if you have, leave a comment and let us know how it is.
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May 17, 2006
Transferring Files
How do you most often transfer files? It is through an FTP client? Do you use a P2P program (which one?), a browser to transfer files, or something else?
Let us know. One lucky person will win a free copy of WS_FTP Professional!
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May 16, 2006
WS_FTP Server Webinars
Interested in an FTP server? Attend one of the WS_FTP Server webinars (they are free) and find out more.
The schedule is on this page (bottom of the right-hand column)
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May 15, 2006
Case Sensitivity
Remember, FTP usernames and passwords are case sensitive. When creating a username, it's a good idea to use a mix of captial and lowercase letters for added security.
In some instances, you also need to be careful of case sensitivity in file neames too. This all depends on operating systems (in most modern Windows environments, it won't matter).
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May 12, 2006
Yahoo! Tech
Yahoo! has a great new section up about technology products called Yahoo! Tech (at least, it's new to me).
It's a very well put together site with information on cameras, MP3 players, TVs, etc.
I've been enjoying their bloggers.
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May 11, 2006
New Web Browsers
CNet has a nice overview up of the latest browser versions (IE, Firefox and Opera). Included in the article is a nice chart that shows what browser will have what new features. Click here to read the article.
Most interesting to me is that Opera will include BitTorrent and that Internet Explorer will add tabs.
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May 10, 2006
Do You Download Music?
What online service do you use? Are you using a paid service such as iTunes or do you still use a file sharing program? Maybe you share music through an FTP server? Let us know by leaving a comment.
We'll choose a few commentors at random to win a free copy of WS_FTP Professional.
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May 09, 2006
"BitTorrent Goes Hollywood"
BusinessWeek has an article on BitTorrent this week: "BitTorrent Goes Hollywood". BitTorrent is a technology that allows a single file to be downloaded from multiple sources at the same time, shortening transfer times. BitTorrent isn't mainstream yet but is popular in some circles.
The BusinessWeek article discusses how Hollywood is looking at using this technology and how it hopes to avoid previous problems with file-sharing technologies.
Click here to read "BitTorrent Goes Hollywood".
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May 08, 2006
"How do you search?" Winner
Congratulations to Andrea, who responded to our recent "How do you search?" question/contest. Andrea wins a free copy of WS_FTP (either Professional, Home or PhotoMover -- her choice).
Andrea says:
"I'm a librarian. Google is great -- BUT - Consider going to the home page of your local Public Library. There are many databases that your library pays for, like back issues of the New York Times or perhaps Consumer Reports or even Literature resources.
You should also consider your particular purpose and need for the information: a .com site may provide an good resource for a specific purpose such as a company's annual report, but may not fill a need for an unbiased review of a product or service provided by the company.
Look for an .edu or .gov for unbiased information.
Andrea"
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May 05, 2006
What's the Most Popular Tip?
The most popular tip we have ever featured isn't a specific tip on WS_FTP, rather it's an article on getting started with FTP: FTP 101: A Beginner's Guide
This article covers all the basics and is a great guide for those just getting started with WS_FTP or for anybody looking for a refresher.
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May 04, 2006
Thursday's Tip: Transfer Information
Everytime we mention this, we hear feedback on how great it is.
Quickly check the total size of files/folders you are about to transfer by highlighting those files/folders, then right clicking and choosing 'Properties' from the pop-up menu. You'll see summary information, which also includes the total size of your transfer, how many files are about to be transferred and more.
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May 03, 2006
Wednesday's Tip: Changing Filenames Before Transfer
This one's an extremely popular trick...you can change the name of a file at the time of transfer. Just highlight the file you want to transfer and then hold down your CTRL key before trasnferring the file.
WS_FTP will prompt you for a new filename...type it in and click 'OK' to transfer your file under the new name!
This is a mostly unknown feature in WS_FTP but can be a great help.
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May 02, 2006
Today's Tip: Using the Desktop or Windows Explorer to Transfer Files
Today's tip focuses on the ability to use WS_FTP with your desktop or Windows Explorer to easily transfer files.
All you need ot do is open a remote connection in WS_FTP and drag-and-drop the files you would like to transfer. You can transfer from desktop/explorer into WS_FTP or from WS_FTP onto your desktop/explorer.
This works in all versions of WS_FTP!
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May 01, 2006
Top 5 FTP Tips -- All This Week
This week we're counting down the top 5 FTP tips. Today: ASCII vs. Binary:
When using FTP to transfer files, it is always best to use ASCII mode for text-based files -- this includes .txt, .htm, .html, .asp, .js and other files you can easily edit in notepad. Use binary for all other file types -- .jpg, .gif, .zip, .exe, .wmv, etc.
If the FTP client you're using has an 'Auto' option, this is your best bet. This way, you don't need to think about the best mode to transfer in.
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