Uploading and downloading files can be a tricky business, particularly when large files are involved. Broken connections can means having to restart a file transfer from scratch, leading to increased bandwidth usage and wasted time. By using the FileZilla FTP client you have the ability to resume uploads and downloads that have been manually paused, or have been interrupted for some other reason.
An FTP client is particularly useful if you have a web site. Rather than using a hosting company's online tool to upload file, turning to a dedicated FTP client not only adds the option to resume transfers - including file over 4GB in size - but also makes it easy to work with multiple sites. FileZilla's site management feature can be used to save the login details for several FTP servers so there is no need to constantly enter usernames and passwords manually.
FileZilla also supports bookmarking to save having to trawl through remote directory listings, as well as the option to limit transfer speed to prevent FTP transfers impacting on other online activities. The program is available for a range of platforms, providing a familiar experience no matter which operating system you are using, and handy features such as drag and drop support, directory comparison and remote file search are a boon for any web site developer.
Verdict:
- Download FileZilla for Mac. FileZilla is a fast FTP and SFTP client for Windows with a lot of features. Ability to resume Uploads/Downloads (if the server supports it). FileZilla Server.
- Download FileZilla Client 3.51.0 for Mac OS X. Features Screenshots Download Documentation FileZilla Pro FileZilla Server Download Community Forum.
- Last but not least, FileZilla Server is a free open source FTP and FTPS Server. Support is available through our forums, the wiki and the bug and feature request trackers. In addition, you will find documentation on how to compile FileZilla and nightly builds for multiple platforms in the development section. Quick download links.
For Windows, Mac and Linux Debian., OpenStack Swift and WebDAV. One tool to find, transfer and download all of your files. FileZilla Pro, the professional tool for file transfers, allows you to focus on getting your job done. FileZilla Pro for Win. FileZilla Pro for Mac. FileZilla Pro for Debian. Both FileZilla and FileZilla Server as downloadable from filezilla-project.org are free open-source software distributed under the Terms and Conditions of the GNU General Public License (GPL) version 2 or (at your option) any later version. For using FileZilla and FileZilla Server, no restrictions apply.
Everything you could need from an FTP client and more in this impressive package
DO NOT install software on your campus computer. You must contact the IT Service Desk for assistance. The information is provided to you for your use on your home computer for non-commercial use only.
FileZilla is a free secure FTP solution for Microsoft Windows and Apple Mac computers.
You will need to download and install the program if you want access to your website directory from a non-campus computer.
Download FileZilla
- Go to the FileZilla website at filezilla-project.org
- Select Download FileZilla Client (you do not want the FileZilla Server)
- Select the appropriate link for your computer to download
- Save the file to your computer's hard drive (make note of the filename and make sure you know which directory you put the installation file in)
Install FileZilla
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- Go to the directory where you saved the installation file
- Double-click on the installation file to begin the installation process
- Follow the prompts to complete the installation
- For Windows, the installation process adds a new program group called 'FileZilla FTP Client' to your Windows 'Start > Programs' menu
- For Mac, the installation process adds a FileZilla Client folder to your computer
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View the Using FileZilla tutorial (available for Windows only at this time, but Mac users may find it useful).