What capability does FTP provide for network-related file transfers?
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Correct answer: uses separate control and data connections to transfer files between client and server.
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FTP (File Transfer Protocol) uniquely uses two separate connections: a control connection (port 21) for commands and responses, and a data connection (port 20 for active mode, or a dynamic port for passive mode) for the actual file transfer. This separation allows for efficient management of the transfer process. Incorrect options: FTP is an application-layer protocol, not session-layer, and it's an open standard, not proprietary. FTP does not inherently encrypt data; it transfers data in plain text by default. Secure alternatives like SFTP or FTPS are used for encryption. FTP is a client-server protocol and relies on TCP for reliable data transfer, not UDP. It does not connect devices directly in a peer-to-peer fashion.
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