CNET Editors' review
This is a simple and straightforward program that will appeal to people who prefer to access files with Windows Explorer. FTP Desktop essentially turns Explorer into an FTP client and lets you transfer files without having to download them first. The program supports background file transfers, batch uploads and downloads, passive mode transfers, and site-to-site transfers. One handy feature is that the program lets you save settings for each FTP site, such as initialization commands or usernames and passwords. FTP Desktop performed flawlessly in all our tests. Overall, we recommend this reliable program for anyone who needs a no-frills FTP client.
Publisher's Description
From ftpdesktop.net:
FTP Desktop lets you access FTP sites as if they were folders on your computer. It turns Windows Explorer into a full-featured FTP client with an FTP site manager. The program lets you view or edit remote files without having to download them first and automatically uploads changes after you close an editor. It supports background file transfers (initiate a file transfer and continue browsing), batch uploads and downloads, and passive mode transfers, and is configurable for individual sites and for site-to-site transfers. It lets you change permissions on Unix servers in the file properties dialog box, resume broken downloads and uploads, issue custom FTP commands, and specify user-defined FTP commands to automatically send after logon.
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3.7 starsout of 18 votes
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3.7 starsout of 18 votes
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"It USED to work well"
Version: FTP Desktop 3.6.3
Pros
Works great in Windows XP and below - just attaches to your Windows Explorer and you drag files to your Internet site - very easy and consistent - worth every penny UNLESS you migrate to Windows Vista or Windows 7
Cons
Once in Windows Vista or Windows 7 - all bets are off. It doesn't install and NO ONE in the company responds to your emails - even if you are a REGISTERED USER (and I bought two copies - one for work, one for home). I've written numerous times.
Summary
My work-around was to go with Filezilla - which isn't quite as convenient, but it works almost as well and it's free!
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"Makes life a lttle easier."
Version: FTP Desktop 3.6.3
Pros
Its an easy too use software and great for my website files
Cons
Had a bit of a time getting it going, but finaly learned the ropes
Summary
Bottom line is it is perfect for anyone needing an ftp server.
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"using it for updating website"
Version: FTP Desktop 3.6.3
Pros
It is simple and straight forward. Drag and drop and the files are uploaded.
Cons
I'm missing in chom tool the possibility to set the permission numeric f.e. 755. instead of ticking boxes. This works faster and is easier to control.
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"Not user friendly at all! Uninstalled the program and installed Bulletproof ftp client is so much better!"
Version: FTP Desktop 3.6.3
Cons
You have to know a lot about ftp programs and what files and directories goes where. You have to do everything yourself and then upload.
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"File will not install"
Version: FTP Desktop 3.6.3
Cons
I downloaded the file twice but it won't install, keeps giving me an error message.
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"Awesome FTP program! Easy to use!"
Version: FTP Desktop 3.6.3
Pros
This is a fantastic FTP program! I was able to install and use this software within a minute! It's great! In fact I liked it so much I payed the $40 and got the full licensed version. Definitely a worthwhile investment for those who need a great inexpensive FTP program!
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"Very useful"
Version: FTP Desktop 3.6.3
Pros
Useful program & very easy to use for me. One of the best FTP clients I have ever tried.
Cons
It doesn't warn you when overwriting files on your server... Or, maybe I am missing something...
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"youst crap"
Version: FTP Desktop 3.6.3
Pros
its suxx hard its a bad program CANT use my own files!!
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"Easy to use, better than any other FTP program I've used!"
Version: FTP Desktop 3.6.3
Pros
It is very easy to use. It has functionality that no other FTP program that I've used has. Bug free!
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"It uploaded files over my intranet corrupted."
Version: FTP Desktop 3.6.3
Pros
The inter face was easy to use with out a steep learning curve.
Cons
2 major flaws. 1 the corrupted file upload over the intranet only. The internet upload to a remote server was fine. 2 the upload button needs a last file used memory option.
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