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How to Install FileZilla in Debian

To Install FileZilla in Debian

FileZilla is an open source cross platform FTP application that consists of FileZilla Client and FileZilla Server. The client supports FTP, SFTP and FTPS to share folders over a network. Installation of Filezilla in Debian is explained in this article.

Features

  • Easy to use
  • Support IPv6
  • Support drag & drop
  • Configure transfer speed limits
  • Filters filename
  • Remote file editing
  • Synchronized directory browsing
  • Remote file search


Installation of FileZilla

Utilize the following command to enter into the ' /usr/' directory.

root@linuxhelp:~# cd /usr/

Download the latest Filezilla tar file.

root@linuxhelp:/usr# wget http://nchc.dl.sourceforge.net/project/filezilla/FileZilla_Client/3.22.2.2/FileZilla_3.22.2.2_x86_64-linux-gnu.tar.bz2
--2016-11-10 12:04:00--  http://nchc.dl.sourceforge.net/project/filezilla/FileZilla_Client/3.22.2.2/FileZilla_3.22.2.2_x86_64-linux-gnu.tar.bz2
Resolving nchc.dl.sourceforge.net (nchc.dl.sourceforge.net)... 211.79.60.17, 2001:e10:ffff:1f02::17
Connecting to nchc.dl.sourceforge.net (nchc.dl.sourceforge.net)|211.79.60.17|:80... connected.
HTTP request sent, awaiting response... 200 OK
Length: 7405251 (7.1M) [application/octet-stream]
Saving to: ‘ FileZilla_3.22.2.2_x86_64-linux-gnu.tar.bz2’ 

FileZilla_3.22.2.2_ 100%[=====================> ]   7.06M   100KB/s   in 90s    

2016-11-10 12:05:31 (79.9 KB/s) - ‘ FileZilla_3.22.2.2_x86_64-linux-gnu.tar.bz2’  saved [7405251/7405251]

Once the file is downloaded, extract it by using tar command.

root@linuxhelp:/usr# tar xvf FileZilla_3.22.2.2_x86_64-linux-gnu.tar.bz2

Now its time to create the application launcher, go to Activities -> Main menu.

Just select an Internet option and then hit on New item.

In the launcher properties window, select the executed file path and then click OK option.

Once the Filezilla is added on list, close it.

Click on activities and then type Filezilla to launch it.

The welcome window will appear, once the Filezilla is installed. Click on OK to process.

Finally Filezilla is ready to use. Have fun!!

Tag : SFTP debian Filezilla FTP FTPS
FAQ
Q
What is the FTP Protocol?
A
File Transfer Protocol (FTP) is a standardized network protocol used to transfer files between a client and a server over the internet or any other TCP/IP network. FTP has been designed to promote the sharing of files, across all types of computers. A strength of FTP is the reliable and efficient bulk transfer of files.
Q
How can I track downloads via FileZilla, is it possible?
A
No, FileZilla does not have any transfer statistics. You could enable file logs and analyze them.
Q
What is an FTP Client?
A
An FTP Client is a program designed to transfer files between two computers.
Q
How much does FileZilla cost?
A
FileZilla is free open-source software distributed under the terms of the GNU General Public License free of charge.
Basically, this means that everyone, including corporate entities, can use.
Q
How to get in contact with the FileZilla team?
A
There are several ways to establish contact with the developers: the easiest way might be the use of our forum or if a direct conversation is needed.