Using FTPS Server on Mac

FTPS (File Transfer Protocol over Secure Sockets Layer/Transport Layer Security) defines a specific port (990) for clients to use for secure connections. In this scenario, a non-FTPS client will not be allowed to communicate with an FTPS server. An SSL encryption is implied at the beginning of the session, making a secure FTPS connection mandatory.

Implicit FTPS refers to sessions where both command and data channels are encrypted at all times. The private key is stored separately from the certificate, which is used for decrypting messages encrypted by the public key. The public key has an associated private key, with two major functions: validation and data encryption.

Digital certificates include a public encryption key and information about the certificate owner. When connecting to an FTPS server, an FTPS client will first verify the trustworthiness of the server's certificate. Tools such as OpenSSL allow for requesting and creating key certificates.

FTPS connections are authenticated with a user ID, password, and public key certificate (similar to HTTPS). You will need a FTP/SFTP username and password to log into the server. Logging in is straightforward, but keep in mind that FTP is generally not considered secure, so be cautious.

If you don't have SSH access, you can contact your hosting provider or use FTP.

To use the Terminal as an FTP or SFTP client on Mac, follow these basic steps:

* Open the macOS Terminal application.

* Connect to your remote server using the FTP/SFTP protocol and login credentials.

* Use basic FTP/SFTP commands such as uploading/downloading files, renaming, moving, deleting, etc.

For this illustration, I'm using a test server with Linux, Apache, MySQL, and PHP installed on it, with SSH access enabled. This article will detail how to use the Terminal (Mac) as an FTP or SFTP client to perform various tasks on remote servers.

Using FTPS Server on Mac: A Beginner's Guide

In this article, we have explored the basics of FTPS server setup and usage on a Mac. We discussed the importance of secure connections, digital certificates, and the authentication process. Additionally, we covered how to use the Terminal as an FTP or SFTP client to perform basic tasks on remote servers.

Whether you're new to FTPS or looking for a more secure way to transfer files, this guide has provided a comprehensive overview of the FTPS server setup process and its applications on Mac.

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