Linux Network Administration - File Transfer Commands

The video tutorial covers various commands used for transferring files between computers, focusing on FTP, SCP, and rsync. It explains how to use FTP for file transfers, including the need for an FTP daemon and troubleshooting connection issues. The tutorial also demonstrates using SCP for secure file transfers and introduces rsync for file backups, highlighting its popularity among system administrators.

Which of the following commands is known for its secure file transfer capabilities?

• FTP

• SCP

• rsync

• HTTP

Which command is still widely used across various operating systems despite being one of the oldest?

• SCP

• FTP

• HTTP

• rsync

What is required on the server side to successfully use FTP for file transfers?

• A database connection

• A web server

• A secure shell

• A running FTP daemon

What is the purpose of the 'put' command in FTP?

• To delete files on the server

• To retrieve files from the server

• To upload files to the server

• To list files on the server

What might cause an FTP connection to be refused?

• Incorrect file path

• Incorrect file permissions

• Server not running the FTP daemon

• Network congestion

What does the 'S' in SCP stand for?

• System

• Standard

• Secure

• Simple

What is a common issue when using SCP for file transfers?

• Misspelled hostnames

• Incorrect file permissions

• Slow network speed

• Unsupported file types

What is the primary use of the rsync command?

• To compress files

• To delete files

• To encrypt files

• To backup files

Which command is known for its ability to itemize changes during file transfers?

• HTTP

• rsync

• FTP

• SCP

What is a key feature of rsync that makes it popular among system engineers?

• Its ability to compress files

• Its ability to encrypt files

• Its ability to perform incremental backups

• Its ability to securely transfer files