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May 2015

May 7, 2015 by IP Location

What is File Transfer Protocol (FTP)?

FTP

The File Transfer Protocol (FTP) is a protocol used in the Internet Protocol (IP) Suite used for the transferring of files across a network between a server and a client. The protocol was built from the ground up with the client-server model in mind and utilizes different connections for data and control between the two. Users can authenticate themselves wit...

May 6, 2015 by IP Location

How to Trace the Source of an Email to Determine Its Legitimacy?

Trace Email

Users receive multiple emails on a daily basis, some work-related, some personal and others from unknown sources. Sometimes it can be difficult to know which of these emails are legitimate and which aren't. Have you ever received an email from the government requesting your Social Security Number, a payment company stating your card was declined, or a websit...