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# 1  
Old 04-10-2011
ftp connect in passive mode , ftp settings

how to connect to ftp server in passive mode?

ftp server.abc

and how can i see ftp settings, doesn't exist some ftpd.conf
there is some other file where i check the options and configurations of ftp server?

Thanks []
# 2  
Old 04-11-2011
You might want to type "man ftpd" and read its contents. Under "Files" are the configuration files mentioned. You can even type "man <config-file>" and get help on what is configured in the respective file and how it is done.

I hope this helps.

bakunin
# 3  
Old 04-16-2011
connect in passive mode

man ftpd does not explain how to connect in passive mode,

can someome please explain me how to connect to a ftp server in passive mode???

thanks
# 4  
Old 04-17-2011
first connect to the server
then type
Code:
passive

and you will be in passive mode
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