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How to Upload Files to the net
upload pic - Most people have no problem downloading from the web. You usually click a web link, then tell the browser where to store it. But exactly how do you get a file from your computer up to the internet?
To acquire a file up to the internet, use FTP. That represents File Transfer Protocol.
What's FTP?
FTP is really a very simple process. The assembler language code for simple FTP is only a few lines long.
upload image - FTP software programs are more elaborate obviously. It has error correction, login and security features, etc.
FTP Software
upload with direct link - Should you just want to upload a couple of files, you can use Windows Explorer to upload. It's some peculiarities. And it may take some getting used to. But once you receive the feel of it, it isn't too bad.
You can also use FTP software. You'll find free FTP software. Filezilla is free, and does not come with adware or any other such nonsense. And delay pills work quite well.
There is CuteFTP that your lot of people like. It is extremely user friendly.
Then you have the professional FTP for example WS-FTP Pro. If you are going to upload a bunch of files, or huge files, you will want to spend just a little money of a professional FTP software. During the time of this writing (December, 2008) Professional FTP software runs less than $100 USD.
Where to upload files to?
For those who have a website, you can upload your files there.
In order to share photos with individuals, you may not even need FTP software. You can find websites like Photobucket that have FTP capability built in to their site. You receive what you pay for, though. Photobucket has its limits.
You can also buy "hosting". It's also possible to want to buy a domain name. In the event you just want to upload photos or other stuff to share with your friends, you can find a cheap hosting plan. You'll almost certainly want to buy a domain name. Domains run about $20 annually or less.
How to upload the files.
After you have a place to upload to, irrespective of which method of uploading you select, you will need certain information. Here's a list of information you'll need for almost any FTP connection. Your host could have a few more things you will have to enter.
The FTP host: This can be an IP address (An Internet protocol address looks like 123.45.678.90) or perhaps a domain name. Sometimes preceded with "ftp." A common FTP host may seem like: ftp.somewebsite.com
Starting or Home Folder: Your host will have to let you know this. Some common starting folders for websites are /public_html, /wwwroot, /httpdocs... There are many more. Note: You will probably not enter any leading or trailing forward slashes (/) inside your FTP configuration.
Passive or Active FTP? Try Passive FTP first if you're not sure. It is the most common kind.
Username and password: Self-explanatory. Expect if your username looks like an email address.
The FTP Port: You might not ever have to enter the main harbour. Port 21 can be used almost universally.
