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Category 6.1.2 Transmission Protocols and Technologies

Standard Name: FTP

Description: File Transfer Protocol promotes sharing of files; to encourages use of remote computers; shields a user from variations in file storage systems among hosts; and transfers data reliably and efficiently.

Standard Number: RFC959

Standard Reference: ftp://ftp.isi.edu/in-notes/rfc959.txt

Industry Usage: True

Org. Usage: False


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