File Transfer Protocol
File Transfer Protocol (FTP) is a standard network protocol used for transferring files between a client and server on a computer network. It operates on a client-server model, typically using separate control and data connections, and supports various file operations like upload, download, rename, and delete. FTP is widely used for website management, software distribution, and data exchange in legacy systems.
Developers should learn FTP for scenarios involving legacy system maintenance, simple file transfers in controlled environments, or when working with web hosting services that rely on it for uploading website files. It is particularly useful in situations where security is not a primary concern, such as internal networks or for transferring non-sensitive data, but its lack of encryption makes it unsuitable for modern secure applications.