Finding, Retrieving, and Transferring Files
via FTP (File Transfer Protocol)

May 27, 1997 9:00-10:30 am
Language Resource Center, Library
Taught by Joel Larson, Layne Nordgren, and Gail Egbers.

WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION

Transferring files from one computer to another via the internet can sometimes be a bit confusing. Learn the whys, wheres, and hows of FTP (File Transfer Protocol) using search tools and WinFTP (Windows or Windows 95) or Fetch (Macintosh). Bring sample files you want to transfer.

WORKSHOP OUTLINE AND CONTENTS

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Define and describe FTP
• Identify various uses of FTP
• Describe a basic toolkit for doing FTP
• Be able to use a diversity of search tools for finding files
• Upload and download files using FTP client for Windows or Macintosh
• Use compression and decompression software
• Use virus protection software