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==Objectives of FTP==

==Objectives of FTP==

Based on RFC 959, FTP has four primary objectives, which are:

Based on RFC 959, FTP has four primary objectives, which are:

# promote file sharing (computer programs and/or data)

# Promote file sharing (computer programs and/or data)

# encourage indirect or implicit use of remote computers

# Encourage indirect or implicit use of remote computers

# shield users from variations in file storage systems among hosts

# Shield users from variations in file storage systems among hosts

# efficient and reliable data transfer

# Allow efficient and reliable data transfer

==Background==

==Background==