Re: **Secure** Ftp server

From: Mike (info_at_michaelmoyse.co.uk)
Date: 07/27/04

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    phn@icke-reklam.ipsec.nu wrote:

    > ObiWan <anzen.NO@spam.gmx.net> wrote:
    >
    >>>>Hi, i'm searching for a secure (i.e. without exploits or security
    >>>>holes) for use in my windows server.
    >
    >
    >>>Install any BSD distribution. All of them comes pretty secure and has
    >>>an included ftp server ( with alternatives easily installable if
    >>>you have special demands)
    >
    >
    >>I may agree here, but the OP asked for _windows_ software, so ...
    >
    >
    > The user asked for contradicting items, "secure" and "windows". Assuming
    Oh purleeese! It is also possible without to much effort to make a Linux
    system that from the point of view of security is about as much use as a
    chocolate teapot.

    > that the importent task is "ftp-server" ( and not "running windows") i suggested
    > the best solution i know of ( running an ftp-server and dropping the "windows" part)
    > In addition to getting a safer system he will also obtain saving on licenses and
    You only need Windows licenses for file and print services on the local
    network. IIRC there are no licensing limits for FTP access. It is also
    perfectly possible with a little effort and planning to run a secure FTP
    server on a MS Windows machine.

    > support costs. So my suggestion really is a win-win suggestion.
    Apart from the steep learning curve for the Windows admin.

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