FTP Voyager is the most powerful FTP client program for Windows 9x/Me/NT/2000/XP on the market. With an intuitive drag-and-drop interface, FTP Voyager lets you update a Web site with a single click, transfer files directly between FTP servers, and resume interrupted downloads. A perfect tool for Web developers or anyone that moves files on the Internet.
Serv–U and FTP Voyager, when used together, become a powerful FTP client and server solution. Together, they do what no other FTP client and server can.
On–the–fly compression
FTP Voyager 11.1 and Serv–U 5.1 implement on–the–fly data socket compression using an extension to the FTP protocol called MODE Z.
Automatic Time Zone Support
Added Automatic Time Zone adjustments when connecting to Serv–U servers. FTP Voyager will automatically adjust file dates and times to local dates and times if connecting to a Serv–U server.
SFTP Through SSH2(FTP Voyager only)
Connect to UNIX servers running SSH (Secure SHell). SFTP, unlike standard FTP, is a secure protocol that uses a single, encrypted connection, to perform all operations.
Automatic Time Zone Support
Added Automatic Time Zone adjustments when connecting to Serv–U servers. FTP Voyager will automatically adjust file dates and times to local dates and times if connecting to a Serv–U server.
Secure FTP (FTPS) Using SSL
FTP Voyager and Serv–U both support SSL, the same level of encryption supported by your web browser, to protect your data. When using SSL your data is encrypted so that prying eyes cannot see it, and your confidential information is protected.
Accurate Time & Date Stamping
When a file is uploaded through an FTP client, the time and date is usually set to the time of upload. When FTP Voyager connects to Serv–U, the local time and date stamp are retained automatically.
Status of Server to Server Transfers
FTP Voyager displays the status of server to server transfers when the source or destination server is Serv–U 2.4b or greater.
Extended Directory Listings
FTP Voyager automatically uses “Extended” directory listings for complete and accurate listings. UNIX style servers don’t show the file times on files 6 months old or older.
Password Encryption
FTP Voyager and Serv–U are the only FTP client and server that for Windows that use S/Key password encryption. When enabled only encrypted passwords are transferred over the Internet, protecting your valuable data even more.
Change Server Passwords
FTP Voyager has the ability to change user passwords on Serv–U.
MLST / MLSD Support
MLST and MLSD are two new FTP commands intended to provide detailed, standardized directory listings regardless of the underlying operating system. MLST / MLSD allow UNIX systems to provide detailed file information regardless of the age of the file.
Thumbnail View
Thumbnail mode is a great way to see image files both on the server and on your computer. This feature is ideal for webmasters and anyone sharing image files with others. Remote thumbnails are efficiently cached on your hard drive for the quickest display possible.
Menu Styles
New in FTP Voyager 12 is the ability to choose between several different menu and toolbar styles. This option is found under “View | Options | User Interface | Toolbars and Menus”. Included in these styles are more modern looking Windows XP, Office 2003, and others.
Add-On Support
FTP Voyager Add–Ons allow software developers to enhance the FTP Voyager functionality by writing software used by FTP Voyager. FTP Voyager Add–Ons can be configured for all FTP Site Profiles or for individual Site Profiles.
Tip of the Day
Added “Tip of the Day” to help customers understand more of the powerful features found in FTP Voyager. Tip of the Day comes up when FTP Voyager starts (and can be disabled) and is found under the Help menu.
Patent Pending Folder Locking
FTP Voyager now has a patent pending folder locking feature which is a must have for all web developers. The folder locking feature makes transferring files between local and remote computers a snap. Just select the folder that contains the file you would like to transfer and FTP Voyager automatically opens that folder on the remote computer for an easy and fast transfer. This is one of many new features in FTP Voyager 10.0 that you will fall in love with.
Simple Mode
FTP Voyager works great for expert and novice users alike. FTP Voyager can operate in two modes, Simple and Full modes. Simple mode hides all complex features of FTP Voyager and uses wizards by default, great for novice users. With a quick menu selection FTP Voyager runs in Full mode with all of it’s advanced features available.
FTP Site Profile Manager
The FTP Site Profile Manager organizes and manages FTP sites and can also mport sites from other FTP applications. The FTP Site Profile Manager remembers specific settings for sites you visit. This feature offers you one click access to your FTP sites.
Drag and Drop Interface
Supports Dragging and Dropping between Windows® Explorer, Desktop, Remote/Local views, and different FTP Voyager sessions. The “Drag and Drop” feature offers an easy to use, intuitive interface for transferring files, saving you time and effort.
Automatic ASCII/Binary Selection
Without manual intervention, FTP Voyager has the ability to automatically detect which transfer mode to use with certain file types.
Filtering
Filtering allows you to limit the files that are displayed within the FTP Voyager windows. This allows you to organize your views by eliminating unnecessary files.
Folder Shortcuts
FTP Voyager allows you to create “Folder Shortcuts” to move you quickly to desired points of access on the connected FTP server.
Dial on Demand
FTP Voyager will use the windows dial-up listings to automatically connect to the Internet when needed after a connection has been selected.
SFTP Through SSH2v
Connect to UNIX servers running SSH (Secure SHell). SFTP, unlike standard FTP, is a secure protocol that uses a single, encrypted connection, to perform all operations.
Secure SFTP Using SSL
FTP Voyager supports SSL, the same level of encryption supported by your web browser, to protect your data. When using SSL your data is encrypted so that prying eyes cannot see it, and your confidential information is protected. Connect to any SSL enabled FTP server, such as Serv–U, and your data is safe.
Synchronization
Synchronization allows you to mirror files and folders. You can synchronize folders on a FTP server with the contents of folders on your hard drive, or you can synchronize folders on your hard drive with the folders on an FTP server. Synchronization is an ideal feature for offline web design and maintenance. It’s an excellent time saving feature.
Automatic Resume
FTP Voyager automatically attempts to resume a broken download or upload exactly where you left off saving you the time of downloading or uploading an entire file.
Server–to–Server Transfers
Server–to–server transfers allow you to utilize the bandwidth between two remote servers. If you’re connected to the Internet via a modem, but the two servers are connected using a T1, file transfers occur at the speed of the T1 (1.56Mb vs. 56Kb).
Background File Search
FTP Voyager allows you to search large directory structures for specific files during an FTP session. While FTP Voyager is searching, you can perform other FTP operations.
XCRC Support
Nothing’s worse than successfully completing the download of a file from a server that doesn’t work! It forces you to begin the arduous process of figuring out if the download was corrupted or if the source file has a problem. With XCRC command support, you can quickly verify that the file you downloaded/uploaded is identical to the source file.
On–The–Fly Compression
FTP Voyager 11.1 and Serv–U 5.1 implement on–the–fly data socket compression using an extension to the FTP protocol called MODE Z.
Accurate Time and Date Stamping
When a file is uploaded through an FTP client, the time and date is usually set to the time of upload. When FTP Voyager connects to Serv–U, the local time and date stamp are retained automatically.
Extended Directory Listings
FTP Voyager automatically uses “Extended” directory listings for complete and accurate listings. UNIX style servers don’t show the file times on files 6 months old or older.
Automatic Time Zone Support on Serv–U Servers
FTP Voyager recognizes servers supporting the “SITE ZONE” command, such as Serv–U. This command allows FTP Voyager to automatically determine the time zone of the server and adjust the file dates and times accordingly.
Secure FTP (FTPS) Using SSL
FTP Voyager and Serv–U both support SSL, the same level of encryption supported by your web browser, to protect your data. When using SSL your data is encrypted so that prying eyes cannot see it, and your confidential information is protected.
Password Encryption
FTP Voyager and Serv–U are the only FTP client and server that for Windows that use S/Key password encryption. When enabled only encrypted passwords are transferred over the Internet, protecting your valuable data even more.
Change Server Passwords
FTP Voyager has the ability to change user passwords on Serv–U.
Status of Server–to–Server Transfers
FTP Voyager displays the status of server to server transfers when the source or destination server is Serv–U 2.4b or greater.
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