What Is Linux Tftp Server?
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TFTP (Trivial File Transfer Protocol) is a simplified version of FTP (File Transfer Protocol). It was designed to be easy and simple. TFTP leaves out many authentication features of FTP and it runs on UDP port 69. As it is very lightweight, it is still used for different purposes.

What is a TFTP server used for?

TFTP Server is used for simple file transfer (typically for boot-loading remote devices). Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP) is a simple protocol for exchanging files between two TCP/IP machines. TFTP servers allow connections from a TFTP Client for sending and receiving files.

How do I use TFTP in Linux?

To install the TFTP server on the Linux distribution that supports yum, such as Fedora and CentOS, run the following command:

  1. yum -y install tftp-server.
  2. apt-get install tftpd-hpa.
  3. /etc/init.d/xinetd restart.
  4. tftp -c get ls.

22 апр. 2014 г.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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