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FTP
What is a FTP client?
- FTP stands for File Transfer Protocol. A FTP client is a software application that allows two computers on the Internet to transfer files back and forth (upload and download files) regardless of what Operating System those computers use.
- Software applications such as FrontPage and Dreamweaver use limited FTP clients in their Publish process. You can also download an independent FTP client (listed below) to transfer files to your web space.
What basic FTP information do I need to start uploading my site?
- Please visit our FTP settings and instructions page for the most up-to-date information on FTP settings.
Can I use FrontPage or Dreamweaver to upload my web site? How do I set them up?
- We have step-by-step Flash tutorials on setting up FrontPage and Dreamweaver for use with a Globat account.
I do not yet have a FTP client. Do you recommend any software? Where can I download them?
- Here are several links to download popular FTP clients:
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What is the difference between ASCII and BINARY uploads? Which should I use?
- ASCII files are files that are in a text-like format. BINARY files are made of zeros and ones instead of characters and require special software to open. HTML files, PHP scripts, and Perl scripts (.cgi) are all transferred as ASCII. Graphics, Flash & Shockwave movies, MP3s & other music files, are all transferred as BINARY. Executable files are also transferred as BINARY.
- Most FTP clients have an AUTO checkbox that automatically decides to transfer in ASCII or BINARY. Select that option if possible. Here are a list of common file extensions for each format:
- Common Extensions (ASCII):
htm, html, pl, cgi, shtml, cnf, css, forward, htaccess, map, pwd, txt, grp, ctl
- Common Extensions (BINARY):
jpg, gif, class, mid, ra, avi, ocx, wav, au, mp3, swf
Which folder should I place my web site in?
- Regular content should be placed in httpdocs or a subfolder of httpdocs. If you're using the SSL feature of Globat, place the secure files in httpsdocs. Files placed outside of httpdocs or httpsdocs will not be accessible on the web.
Should my index page be called index.html or something else?
You should name your index page index.html or index.htm. If you are using PHP, you may name your page index.php.
Does .html overwrite .htm extension?
- No. .html and .htm files are considered separate files. If you have a file called index.html, and upload index.htm, it will not erase index.html.
Can I offer anonymous FTP downloads from my site?
- No. At this time, Globat does not offer anonymous FTP downloads. You can, however, create Web/FTP Sub Accounts if you wish you provide your family, friends, or associates with FTP space and a place for their own personal web page on your domain.
How do I set permissions for a file/folder in my FTP client?
- Most FTP clients allow you to right-click and select "Change Permissions" or "CHMOD" on a file. If in doubt, check the "Help" section inside your application, as the exact procedure varies from client to client.
How can I use my FTP client to upload/download files?
- It is usually as simple as logging in and selecting a file and clicking an "upload" or "download" button. We have tutorials on using several popular FTP clients.
Why do I get "530 Sorry, the maximum number of clients (1) from your host are already connected." when I connect to FTP?
- In order to ensure that FTP is always accessible on its servers, Globat has taken steps to restrict the number of FTP connections each computer on the internet can make. Currently, any computer on the internet can make no more than 10 connections at one time.
Why do I get "530 Sorry, the maximum number of clients (1) for this user are already connected." when I connect to FTP?
- In order to ensure that FTP is always accessible on its servers, Globat has taken steps to restrict the number of FTP connections each FTP user can make. Currently, any single user can make no more than 10 connections at one time.
