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How to Upload Files to the Internet
upload - Most people have no problem downloading from the Internet. You usually click a link, then tell the browser where to store it. But exactly how do you get a file from the computer up to the internet?
To acquire a file up to the internet, use FTP. That stands for File Transfer Protocol.
What's FTP?
FTP is actually a very simple process. The assembler language code for straightforward FTP is only a few lines long.
upload film - FTP software program is more elaborate obviously. It has error correction, login and safety measures, etc.
FTP Software
upload music - In the event you just want to upload several files, you can use Windows Explorer to upload. It's some peculiarities. And it may try taking a little getting used to. But once you receive the feel of it, it's not too bad.
You can also use FTP software. You'll find free FTP software. Filezilla costs nothing, and does not come with adware or another such nonsense. And it works quite well.
There is CuteFTP that a 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 number of files, or very large files, you will want to spend just a little money of a professional FTP software. During this writing (December, 2008) Professional FTP software runs lower than $100 USD.
Where to upload files to?
For those who 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 can find websites like Photobucket who have FTP capability built in to their site. You receive what you pay for, though. Photobucket have their limits.
You can also buy "hosting". You may also want to buy a domain name. If you just want to upload photos or another stuff to share with your friends, you can find a cheap hosting plan. You'll probably 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, no matter which method of uploading you select, you will need certain information. Below is a list of information you'll need for almost any FTP connection. Your host could have a few more things you will need to enter.
The FTP host: This is often a IP address (An IP address looks like 123.45.678.90) or perhaps a domain name. Sometimes preceded with "ftp." A common 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 numerous more. Note: You will likely not enter any leading or trailing forward slashes (/) within your FTP configuration.
Passive or Active FTP? Try Passive FTP first if you aren't sure. It is the most common kind.
Username and password: Self-explanatory. Expect if your username seems like an email address.
The FTP Port: You might not ever have to enter the port. Port 21 is utilized almost universally.
