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ALSO CALLED: Transport Protocols, Fetch DEFINITION: File transfer is the movement of one or more files from one location to another. A collection of electronically-stored files can be moved by physically moving the electronic storage medium, such as a computer diskette, hard disk, or compact disk from one place to another or by sending the files over a telecommunications medium. On the Internet, the File Transfer Protocol (FTP) is a common way to … Definition continues below.
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Evaluating cloud-based file transfer services sponsored by IBM WHITE PAPER: If you are looking for smarter ways to approach file sharing in your commerce environment, you are probably thinking about outsourcing or moving to the cloud. This evaluation from IBM, supported by research from Vanson-Bourne, can help by showing you critical factors to consider. Posted: 27 Jan 2012 \| Published: 27 Jan 2012 TOPICS: B2B \| Cloud Computing \| Data Security \| File Sharing Protocols \| File Transfer Protocols \| Outsourcing

IT Pros Guide to Data Protection: Top 5 tips for Securing Data in the Modern Workforce sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: The following five steps are some very effective ways to improve data security in a cost-effective manner and are the first steps toward readying an organization for more robust data protection measures such as DLP. Posted: 23 Jan 2012 \| Published: 23 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Data Encryption \| Data Loss Prevention (DLP) \| Data Security \| Endpoint Security \| File Transfer Protocols \| Information Security \| Security Management \| Security Policies

Secure File Sharing and Collaboration in the Cloud: Maximizing the Benefits While Minimizing the Risks sponsored by Accellion, Inc. WHITE PAPER: This white paper explores the considerations for deploying secure file sharing and collaboration in the cloud. It also discusses the security implications and requirements for ensuring protection of confidential information and compliance with industry and government regulations. Posted: 10 Jan 2012 \| Published: 10 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Cloud Backup \| Cloud Computing \| Cloud Management \| Cloud Security \| Cloud Storage \| Cloud Storage Services \| Compliance Audits \| Compliance Best Practices \| File Sharing Protocols \| File Transfer Protocols \| Private Cloud \| Private cloud computing \| Public Cloud \| Public cloud computing \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Threats

Beyond Dropbox: Requirements for Enterprise Class Secure File Sharing and File Synchronization sponsored by Accellion, Inc. WHITE PAPER: This whitepaper explores the danger consumer file sharing services pose for enterprises, and the security and compliance requirements for deploying enterprise-wide file sharing solutions. Posted: 10 Jan 2012 \| Published: 10 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Compliance Audits \| Compliance Best Practices \| File Sharing Protocols \| File Transfer Protocols \| Mobile Device Management \| Regulatory Compliance \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats

8 Critical Requirements for Secure, Mobile File Sharing and Collaboration sponsored by Accellion, Inc. WHITE PAPER: This white paper describes the requirements - such as server-based security, data encryption, and audit trails - that secure file sharing solutions must meet in order to deliver mobile access while protecting data confidentiality and regulatory compliance. Posted: 10 Jan 2012 \| Published: 10 Jan 2012 TOPICS: File Sharing Protocols \| File Transfer Protocols \| Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Workers \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| Wireless Computing \| Wireless Security

Large-Scale Deployments with Servicemix 4 sponsored by FuseSource WHITE PAPER: Read this case study to learn how one growing Euopean retailer was able to migrate to an architecture that could support real-time delivery of shop data to the data center for processing and real-time communication of pricing events to its shops using open source integration software. Posted: 07 Dec 2011 \| Published: 07 Dec 2011 TOPICS: Application Infrastructure \| Application Integration \| Data Center Management \| Data Center Networking \| Data Integration \| Data Management \| Data Migration \| ESB \| File Transfer Protocols \| Open Source

FTP Replacement: Where MFT Makes Sense and Why You Should Care sponsored by IBM WHITE PAPER: This research provides advice on when to replace file transfer protocol (FTP) with managed file transfer (MFT) solutions, and which features to consider. This Gartner report includes MFT software and MFT as a service. Also highlighted is where MFT fits into the technology landscape and some of the key benefits. Posted: 29 Nov 2011 \| Published: 29 Nov 2011 TOPICS: Business Intelligence \| Business Process Management \| Data Center Management \| Data Governance \| Data Security \| File Transfer Protocols \| FTP \| Security

Realizing the benefits of FTP consolidation sponsored by IBM WHITE PAPER: Businesses are experiencing a growing demand to move high volumes of data both internally and externally. File transfer protocol (FTP) servers are proliferating among individual departments and raising traffic levels with customers and suppliers. This white paper explains and explores the opportunity and benefits of FTP consolidation. Posted: 29 Nov 2011 \| Published: 29 Nov 2011 TOPICS: Data Center Management \| Data Governance \| Data Management \| Data Quality \| Data Warehouses \| File Transfer Protocols \| FTP \| Scalability Testing

Tackling the Hurdles of Legacy File Transfers sponsored by Open Text WHITE PAPER: File exchange is an integral part of daily business life but the problems with current methods make it into a proverbial marathon. File transfer methods include FTP, physical transfers, and personal emails which lack security, compliance, and efficiency. Managed File Transfer (MFT) solutions are the answer to the question, "How do I send this?" Posted: 15 Nov 2011 \| Published: 15 Nov 2011 TOPICS: Data Migration \| Data Security \| File Management Programs \| File Transfer Protocols \| FTP \| Regulatory Compliance \| Security Management \| Security Standards

Managed File Transfer: Improve Security, Compliance, Efficiency and ROI sponsored by Open Text WHITE PAPER: Organizations today need a more efficient and compliant way to transfer files as electronically shared content become more sensitive. In this paper, explore the challenges and costs of using traditional transfer methods and discover the benefits of a new solution, File Managed Transfer (MFT). Posted: 15 Nov 2011 \| Published: 15 Nov 2011 TOPICS: Data Migration \| Data Security \| File Management Programs \| File Transfer Protocols \| FTP \| Information Security \| Regulatory Compliance

Fundamentals of SCSI and iSCSI sponsored by Global Knowledge WHITE PAPER: Explore the fundamentals of SCSI and internet SCSI (iSCSI) in this expert resource. Learn about the architecture, protocol, operations, and numerous interfaces and commands the SCSI model uses. In addition, gain understanding of the use of Fibre Channel and iSCSI to build out SCSI over a network. Posted: 18 Aug 2011 \| Published: 18 Aug 2011 TOPICS: Data Center Management \| File Transfer Protocols \| iSCSI Protocol \| SCSI Buses \| SCSI Protocol \| Storage Management

Sharepoint WAN Optimization And WAFS sponsored by Peer Software WHITE PAPER: Design teams across the world collaborate to create and develop products. Unfortunately, IT organizations face serious challenges when collaborative teams share large files. This white paper will assess the strengths and weaknesses of the four technologies most commonly used to enhance file sharing for distributed teams. Posted: 17 Feb 2011 \| Published: 17 Feb 2011 TOPICS: CAD/CAM Industry \| Content Management Systems \| Enterprise Content Management \| File Sharing Protocols \| File Transfer Protocols \| FTP \| WAN \| WAN Hardware

Speeding Up File Transfers in Windows 7 sponsored by Global Knowledge WHITE PAPER: This white paper discusses the tips and tricks that might make file copying quicker for your network. Posted: 11 Jan 2011 \| Published: 11 Jan 2011 TOPICS: Data Center Management \| Data Management \| File Copying Programs \| File Management Programs \| File Sharing Protocols \| File Transfer Protocols \| Systems Management \| Windows 7

Deploying BranchCache: A How -To Guide sponsored by Global Knowledge WHITE PAPER: This paper examines the benefits of Microsoft's BranchCache solution to allows branch office workers to cache content obtained from head office file and web servers locally. Posted: 10 Jan 2011 \| Published: 10 Jan 2011 TOPICS: File Management Programs \| File Server Software \| File Sharing Protocols \| File Transfer Protocols \| Network Management \| Remote Access Software \| Remote Network Management \| Server Management \| Systems Management

Preposition HTTP Content with Cisco WAAS sponsored by Global Knowledge WHITE PAPER: If you manage a WAN and support multiple locations, you are probably familiar with Cisco Wide Area Acceleration Services (WAAS) as a solution to costly bandwidth upgrades and latency issues. Since WAAS accelerates and caches content over the WAN and achieves branch consolidation, your management has probably decided that you should use this tool. Posted: 19 Oct 2010 \| Published: 19 Oct 2010 TOPICS: File Transfer Protocols \| HTTP \| Internet Printing Protocols \| IP \| Network Performance \| Networking \| WAN \| WAN Switching \| WLAN \| World Wide Web

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FILE TRANSFER PROTOCOLS DEFINITION (continued): … File transfer is the movement of one or more files from one location to another. A collection of electronically-stored files can be moved by physically moving the electronic storage medium, such as a computer diskette, hard disk, or compact disk from one place to another or by sending the files over a telecommunications medium. On the Internet, the File Transfer Protocol (FTP) is a common way to transfer a single file or a relatively small number of files from one computer to another. For larger file transfers (a single large file or a large collection of files), file compression and aggregation into a single archive is commonly used. (A zip file is a popular implemention.)Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) is a popular protocol for transferring files in a routine manner between businesses.
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