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= File Transfer Protocol
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File Transfer Protocol (FTP) is a standard network protocol used for transferring files between a client and a server over a computer network. It is one of the oldest protocols in use today and operates primarily on the application layer of the Internet Protocol Suite. Here are some key aspects of FTP: 1. **Basic Functionality**: FTP allows users to upload files from their local machines to a remote server and download files from that server to their local machines.