[CLUE-Tech] Linux FTP server accessible from Windows98

[Grant Johnson]

> Mark Allen wrote:
> 
> Hello,
> 
> I am looking for a Linux FTP server solution. The server would need to
> be accessible through the local area network from a Windows98 station
> to transfer files (to be posted at the FTP site).
> 
> If you are in the Denver area and have knowledge of this solution or
> know where to find documentation please send me an e-mail. I have
> Linux installed but I am new to the Linux operating system.
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Mark
Most of the time an FTP server comes pre-installed.  If you can ping the
machine, try to FTP to it.  However, FTP is inherently insecure because
the passwords are transmitted in plain text.  Another solution such as
scp would be better is the packets ever leave your internal network.