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July 31, 2006

Reminder: Get WS_FTP for Free!

Don't forget about our contest, which will run through the end of the week. Simply tell us which version of FTP you're using for a chance to win a free copy of WS_FTP 2007!

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July 28, 2006

Have a digital camera?

If you take a lot of digital photos (or want to, but aren't sure where to begin), check out FTPplanet's Digital Photo Guide for articles, tips, links and more.

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July 27, 2006

New to FTP?

If you're just getting started with FTP, be sure to check out our FTP New User Guide -- full of tutorials, articles, tips and more!

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July 26, 2006

Secure FTP

In response to yesterday's post, Randy asks: "Is there a reason why the HOME edition doesn't support Secure FTP?"

WS_FTP Home has some security features (FTPS and SSL) but the Professional version has additional security features (SFTP, SSH and HTTPS).

So, why less security in the Home version? WS_FTP Home provides more of the basic FTP features and many of the advanced features (including SFTP) are additional and exclusive benefits of the Professional version.

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July 25, 2006

Get WS_FTP For Free!

FTPplanet is running a contest...simply tell us what version of WS_FTP you are currently using (or what other FTP client you use) and you'll be entered into a random drawing for a free copy of WS_FTP Home 2007 or WS_FTP Professional 2007 (your choice). We'll give away a total of 30 copies.

Just leave a comment to enter (be sure to include your e-mail adress so we can contact you)!

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July 24, 2006

Backups as Simple as 1 - 2 - 3

With the new WS_FTP Professional 2007, you can backup your files (either remote or local) with just a few clicks.

Simply click 'New Backup Job' from the main toolbar (or select Tools > Backup Files > Add a new backup job from the File Menu) and then follow the prompts.

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July 22, 2006

FileForum Says....

FileForum has a nice summary of WS_FTP Professional 2007's new features.

For more information on these new features, be sure to check out the Ipswitch web site.

Don't need a full suite of products? WS_FTP Home 2007 is also brand new.

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July 21, 2006

WS_FTP Gets Refresh

ServerWatch notes of the WS_FTP 2007 release:

"WS_FTP Pro also delivers complete integration with desktop search technologies from Google, Copernic, and Windows. Users can find and instantly transfer files, as well as sort, compress, zip, encrypt, and send them with a single mouse click. Search can be done from parameters that include file names and file contents, search data range, and file type. Parameters on transfer can also be set, for example, to only new or updated files, with control over the direction of synchronization."

Click here for the full article.

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More thoughts on WS_FTP 2007...

Gadgetopia has posted some thoughts on the new WS_FTP 2007.

I enjoy reading Gadgetopia on a regular basis and appreciate their point of view on WS_FTP. There are some great points on when something like an FTP client becomes something ... more. I know that the new features in WS_FTP Professional were all developed based on user feedback (even skins, which were actually included in the previous version).

Of course, there's always the Home version for those that want a more basic FTP client.

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July 20, 2006

5 Stars for WS_FTP Professional 2007

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WS_FTP Professional 2007 is featured on vnunet.com

"WS_FTP Professional 2007 offers the end-user the power to automatically encrypt, compress, and schedule backup data to any device, whether that is a remote server, DVD drive, or USB memory stick. The built-in scheduling, synchronization, scripting, desktop search and email notification features to build industrial-strength data automation applications."

"Verdict: If you want really secure FTP and need the time-saving features, then WS_FTP Pro is the tool for you."

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Overwriting Files

Generally, FTP sites let you overwrite an existing file. More often than not, you don't receive any warning that a file is about to be overwritten. WS_FTP lets you choose what happens when a file is about to be overwritten:

First, open the Options screen and select the Transfers screen. You will see a 'File Overwrite Prompt' section, which gives you three options:

1. Don't prompt for overwrite (always overwrite)
2. Prompt for overwrite if file exists
3. Prompt for overwrite for same or new files only

Click the radio button of your choice and click 'OK'

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July 19, 2006

Better FTP Searching

With the brand new WS_FTP Professional 2007, searching for your FTP files is better than ever since WS_FTP Professional now integrates with your Google, Copernic or Microsoft desktop search engines.

Here's a screenshot (click for a larger version):

You can try this out for free here.

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July 18, 2006

WS_FTP 2007 Released

The latest versions of WS_FTP Home and WS_FTP Professional have just been released.

New features include the easiest FTP backups ever, amazing search capabilities, great looking new skins, enhanced thumbnail viewing and tons more (features vary between the Professional and Home versions).

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Let WS_FTP Assign Filenames

With WS_FTP, you can make sure that downloaded or uploaded filenames do not conflict with existing files.

WS_FTP does this by adding a number between 000 and 999 before the file extension.

To set up this functionality:

1. Go to the Site Manager

2. Select an FTP site ftom the Sites list

3. Click Edit

4. Select the Transfer page

5. Select Receive Unique

...and you're ready to go!

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July 17, 2006

Using WS_FTP's HotDrop Features

The HotDrop feature in WS_FTP Professional allows you to easily transfer files without launching WS_FTP. Using HotDrop, you can easily drag and drop files and folders into special folders.

Check out our HotDrop Tutorial for more information.

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July 12, 2006

Transferring Hidden Files

Transferring a hidden file with WS_FTP is very easy if you know the filename.

Simply make sure no files or folders are selected and click the upload or download transfer arrow. WS_FTP will prompt you for a filename. Type in the name of the hidden files and click OK to transfer.

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July 11, 2006

FTP Shortcuts

Did you know that you can use the function keys for some helpful FTP shortcuts?

F1 opens the help screen
F2 opens the rename a file or folder dialog box (highlight what you want to rename first)
F4 also allows you to rename a file or folder (highlight what you want to rename first)
F4 will also pull open a drop-down menu if highlighted
F5 refreshes the local or remote view
F10 is a keyboard shortcut to the top file menu

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July 07, 2006

A Peek Inside Ipswitch Development

Over on Ipswitch's Daily Network Monitor blog today: some insight into the Ipswitch development process. The post centers on Ipswitch's networking monitoring products (WhatsUp Professional) but the WS_FTP development team works in a very similar fashion.

Click here to read On Pigs and Chickens

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Free Security and Anti-Spyware Software

CNet has a great compilation of free security and anti-spyware software up on download.com.

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July 06, 2006

Change Destination Filename

In WS_FTP, if you hold the CTRL key down while transferring a file, you will be prompted for a destination filename.

This is one of WS_FTP's hidden gems and is one of my favorite features.

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July 05, 2006

Turn Your PC into an FTP Server

If you have ever wanted to easily distribute files from your computer, check out our Turn Your PC into an FTP Server article, which covers:

- Why an FTP server?
- What do you need?
- How do I do it?
- A bunch of important tips

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