Practical Linux

Using the ncftp Command

The ncftp command is similar to the ftp command, but has additional features, including the following:

• Three visual (screen) modes

• 15 command-line options

• A command line separate from a main scrolling window

• A status line showing download progress with elapsed and remaining time to completion

• An editor for bookmarks (abbreviated hostnames of remote computers)

The ncftp command also features a built-in help facility that is similar to ftp's. You can read more about ncftp by browsing to this address:

http://www.probe.net/~mgleason

Downloading with the ncftp Command

The ncftp command features several command-line options that can save you time and typing.

Downloading files with the ncftp command

1. Use the ncftp command followed ...