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Today, we will be learning about using the FileZilla server software for FTP server utilization.
FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is a standard network protocol used to transfer files between servers and clients over the internet. It was first developed in the 1970s and has since become one of the most commonly used protocols for file transfers.
While relatively simple, FTP is highly flexible and customizable. It can be used for all types of file transfers and can maintain security through encryption protocols such as SSL/TLS.
The program consists of a client and a server, and the software we will be discussing today is the FTP server software, FileZilla.
List (click to go to the corresponding article)
FileZilla Server Download and Installation
– Download
– Installation
FileZilla Server Settings
– Connect to Server
– Server Configure
FileZilla Server Allowing Firewall
– Accessing the Windows Defender firewall menu
– Allowing Windows Defender firewall
– Opening port 21 for FTP connection
Downloading FTP FileZilla Server For Windows
To download, you can access https://filezilla-project.org and download it from the FileZilla Server category.
Download
When you click “Download FileZilla Server”, a download window will pop up.
There are three versions available, but we will be using the free version, so click Download and save it.
If you are a company or have sensitive security requirements, you may want to use the paid version, but in general, the free version is sufficient.
Depending on your PC settings, the download may automatically start, or a pop-up asking to save the file with a different name may appear, as shown in the image.
Save the file in a folder of your choice.
Installing FTP FileZilla Server
Now, let’s proceed to install the downloaded FileZilla Server.
Installation Settings
Run the downloaded file.
I agree to the license agreement.
This is the installation configuration selection screen.
There are no special changes to make from the default values.
Click “Next” to proceed.
You can choose the installation location.
If there is no special reason, you can just leave it as the default location.
Click “Next” to proceed.
Specify the name for the start menu shortcut and click Next.
Server Settings
You need to select the server start settings.
The default setting is to start the server with Windows.
Most people leave it as the default setting, but if you prefer to start it manually, you can select “Install as service, started manually” by clicking the “default” menu.
However, unless you have a specific reason to do so, you can just leave it as default and click “Next”.
You are setting up the port. This is not the FTP port. Use the default value of 14148.
The password field below the 14148 port is for the password used when accessing the server administrator.
If necessary, enter it. However, not entering it will not hinder the installation or general use.
Click Next.
If you don’t specify a password, a warning message will pop up.
If you have specified a password, the warning message will not appear.
Click “Yes” to proceed to the next step.
Admin Settings
This is the server administrator interface configuration.
The default option is “Start if user logs on, apply to all users“, which means the server administrator will run when any user logs on, regardless of the account.
Other options include “Start if user logs on, apply only to current user” and “Start manually“.
“Start if user logs on, apply only to current user” runs the server administrator only for the current account.
“Start manually” runs the server administrator manually.
For normal use, set the default option and click “Install”.
FTP FileZilla Server Installing And Complete
The installation will begin.
After the installation is completed, a pop-up for TLS Fingerprints will appear.
TLS Fingerprints is a means of identifying the specific version and configuration of the TLS protocol in use on a web server.
Now the installation is complete. Please click Close to exit.
After the installation is complete, the administrator interface will be launched.
Please refer to this post for FileZilla server configuration. (<-Click)
This post was written with sufficient testing at the time of creation, but please note that the content may vary depending on the policy of the developer.
Please use it for reference only.
(Environment used: Windows 11, Chrome, FileZilla Server 1.6.7)