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How to Upload Files to the web
upload film - Most people have no problem downloading from the web. You usually click a hyperlink, then tell the browser where you can store it. But exactly how do you get a file from your computer up to the internet?
To obtain a file up to the internet, use FTP. That represents File Transfer Protocol.
What's FTP?
FTP is actually a very simple process. The assembler language code for simple FTP is only a few lines long.
UploadGig - FTP software program is more elaborate needless to say. It has error correction, login and security features, etc.
FTP Software
upload - In the event you just want to upload a couple of files, you can use Windows Explorer to upload. It's got some peculiarities. And it may take some getting used to. But once you obtain the feel of it, it's not too bad.
You can also use FTP software. You will find free FTP software. Filezilla costs nothing, and does not come with adware or another such nonsense. And delay quite well.
There is CuteFTP that a lot of people like. It's very user friendly.
Then you have the professional FTP including WS-FTP Pro. If you are going to upload a bunch of files, or very large files, you will want to spend a bit money of a professional FTP software. At the time of this writing (December, 2008) Professional FTP software runs under $100 USD.
Where to upload files to?
If you have a website, you can upload your files there.
If you wish to share photos with individuals, you may not even need FTP software. You will find websites like Photobucket who have FTP capability integrated to their site. You get 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. Should you just want to upload photos or other stuff to share with your mates, you can find a cheap hosting plan. You'll most likely want to buy a domain name. Domains run about $20 annually or less.
How to upload the files.
Once you have a place to upload to, irrespective of which method of uploading you select, you will need certain information. Here is a list of information you'll need for almost any FTP connection. Your host could have a few more things you'll need to enter.
The FTP host: This is often a IP address (An Ip looks like 123.45.678.90) or perhaps a domain name. Sometimes preceded with "ftp." A typical FTP host may look like: ftp.somewebsite.com
Starting or Home Folder: Your host must 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 (/) in 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 appears like an email address.
The FTP Port: May very well not ever have to enter the main harbour. Port 21 is used almost universally.
