File Transfer Protocol

Ultimus Online: FTP 'An Introduction' FTP is an easy way to transfer files over the Internet and in this guide we'll explain what FTP is with some basic getting connected tips. Here we provide a brief FTP introduction, this information is only advantageous should you be taking full control of a website or Ultimus Online hosting package. FTP - "File Transfer Protocol" FTP is a method of transferring files from one computer to another regardless of the types of computer. That means one computer could be a PC whilst the other could be a Macintosh. You use FTP when you download files from the Internet, or when you wish to transfer files/folders directly into your website. It is this last area that this article concentrates on - transferring files from your computer to your website or web-hosting system. Web Pages Web pages, such as the one you are reading now, are stored on servers that remain running all the time. They will also have a permanent Internet address. When you read a web page, the information is transferred from the server to your computer. Your browser handles the transfer from your end whilst the server has software that handles requests for data. Most web sites are developed on a computer that may not be connected to the Internet (at the time of writing or designing the pages). Once a page is ready to be published, an FTP program can be used to copy the web pages, graphics, sounds, Java or whatever to your web server. Setting up an FTP Program In order to use an FTP program you need to know some basic information first. You will need to: 1). Check with your Web host where your web space has been set up. Ultimus Online send all clients an e-mail in relation to FTP connections within a few moments after a new hosting order has been placed. 2). A suitable FTP program! Ultimus Online use Wise FTP, which we find simple to use yet powerful enough to handle more complex matters. Whichever FTP client you use, you will find that the basic steps are the same. 3). To set up your FTP program. This entails telling the FTP program certain pertinent pieces of information so that it can connect and transfer files. This will include... Create a new web hosting profile, I.E name of your website (once a profile has been created & saved, users make their future use of the program very easy with one click access to their websites directories) Account name Your Login ID Your password Host; address of the Web Host server (IP address or server address) 4). Connect to the web host. This is done by connecting to the Internet and then to the Ultimus Online web host website profile you created. Once a connection has been established, file transfer can then take place. 5). Transfer the files. Simply locate the directory and folders you wish to update within the FTP connection leaving you free to Copy your web pages, graphics etc to the host computer. You may dag and drop files/folders straight into the FTP program for transfer or select them within the program itself. 6). Disconnect from the host computer once file transfer is complete. This FTP introduction 'is' just that, you will find complete instructions for individual FTP programs manufacturers themselves or of course if your an Ultimus Online customer we will certainly help where we can. Happy FTP'ing! As we mentioned earlier, Ultimus Online's preferential choice of FTP program is Wise FTP please feel free use the links provided here to view information on the products AceBit have to offer, you may also use the links to purchase their products from their secured checkout.