Storing Files To store a file on the FTP server, connect to the server and navigate to the correct directory. Both of the above items apply to directory names too. It's wise to try retrieving or viewing a file immediately after you put it onto an FTP server to be sure that it transfers back to your machine without error. Disconnecting You should close your session with an FTP server as soon as you are done transferring files. Some FTP archive sites are used by a lot of people, and there's a good chance someone is waiting to make a connection while you're connected to it.
Many sites limit the number of people who can be logged in at the same time.
If you are done with the program, click the Exit button. Problems Accessing an FTP Site Domain name cannot be found You may occasionally encounter an FTP server which you can't access unless your computer is registered in the domain name system. If you attempt to use such a server with an unregistered computer, you will receive a message that its domain name cannot be found. If you need to register your computer in the domain name system, ask your network administrator to do it for you, or contact ResNet staff if you're working from a residence hall. If you use FTP over EZ-Remote or from an CIT Public Computer Lab, then a domain name is automatically assigned to your computer, and you don't have to worry about any of this.