Easy-FTP

Large quantities of data are stored on specialized servers. However, a server can even be configured on a local computer to make file sharing easier between multiple individuals. A fair example in this regard are FTP servers, which you can connect to with the help of applications like Easy-FTP.

First of all, you might want to check whether or not your computer is fitted with .NET Framework, because it’s required to make the application work. Setup takes little time, while accommodation efforts are minimum, considering the visual design is pretty intuitive, with a dual-pane explorer window to simultaneously have access to local and FTP server content.

Needless to say that you require an active Internet connection to be able to connect to the target server. The application comes with a predefined list of servers you might have access to, with editable properties, and neatly organized in categories. You’re free to add your own servers and place them in the same manner on the list.

There can only be one active connection, with modes for either binary or ASCII. You can choose to have interrupted downloads continued in case the connection isn’t really stable. It’s possible to connect via a proxy server by specifying appropriate details in the options tab.

Navigation is easily done thanks to the dual-pane explorer. Files can be uploaded or downloaded through a drag and drop operation. You have access to options for renaming, viewing, opening, copying, removing, or even creating a folder. Moreover, the application opens up the system context menu when you right click items, further expanding the list of possible operations.

Taking everything into account, Easy-FTP is the kind of tool to use when file transfer operations between your computer and different FTP servers is a regular task. The interface is pretty intuitive, while connection details are easy to establish.