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How to Upload Files to the net

upload with direct link - Most people have no problem downloading from the web. You usually click a hyperlink, then tell the browser where you should store it. But wait, how do you get a file from your computer up to the internet?

To obtain a file up to the internet, use FTP. That means File Transfer Protocol.

What exactly is FTP?

FTP is actually a very simple process. The assembler language code for straightforward FTP is only a few lines long.

UploadGig - FTP software program is more elaborate needless to say. It has error correction, login and security measures, etc.

FTP Software

upload with direct link - In the event 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's not too bad.

You can also use FTP software. You can find free FTP software. Filezilla is free, and does not come with adware or another such nonsense. And delay pills work quite well.

There is CuteFTP that a lot of people like. It's very user friendly.

Then you have the professional FTP for example WS-FTP Pro. If you are going to upload a lot of files, or very large files, you will want to spend a bit money of a professional FTP software. During this writing (December, 2008) Professional FTP software runs lower than $100 USD.

Where to upload files to?

When you have a website, you can upload your files there.

If you want to share photos with people, you may not even need FTP software. You'll find websites like Photobucket who have FTP capability integrated to their site. You get what you pay for, though. Photobucket have their limits.

You can also buy "hosting". It's also possible to want to buy a domain name. Should you just want to upload photos or any other stuff to share with your pals, you can find a cheap hosting plan. You'll probably want to buy a domain name. Websites run about $20 per year or less.

How to upload the files.

After you have a place to upload to, irrespective of which method of uploading you choose, you will need certain information. Below is a list of information you will require 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 IP address looks like 123.45.678.90) or even a domain name. Sometimes preceded with "ftp." A common FTP host may look 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 several more. Note: You will probably not enter any leading or trailing forward slashes (/) within your FTP configuration.
Passive or Active FTP? Try Passive FTP first if you're not sure. It is the most typical kind.
Username and password: Self-explanatory. Don't be surprised if your username looks like an email address.
The FTP Port: You may not ever have to enter the port. Port 21 can be used almost universally.