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'''SFTP'''
When transfering files to or froma remote server it is integral to security to use an SFTP client. This stands for Secure File Tranfer Protocol. In a similar manner to SSL it ensures that the communications to and from the server are not open to external individuals.
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'''SSH'''When connecting directly to a server, for example for command line access, it is imperative to use the Secure SHell protocol. As the telnet protocol provides no level of security and should be disabled. For further information see []
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