Linux Network Administration - SCP - Secure Copy Protocol

The video tutorial explains the Secure Copy Protocol (SCP), highlighting its security advantages over FTP. It details the setup process using Linux machines, the SCP process leveraging SSH, and provides a step-by-step guide to executing SCP commands for secure file transfers. The tutorial concludes with verification of the file transfer and additional tips for using SCP effectively.

What is the primary advantage of using SCP over FTP?

• Faster file transfer speeds

• Better user interface

• Enhanced security and authentication

• Lower bandwidth usage

Which port does SCP use by default?

• Port 80

• Port 443

• Port 22

• Port 21

What is required on the recipient server for SCP to work?

• SMTP service running

• FTP service running

• SSH daemon running

• HTTP server running

What is the first step in transferring a file using SCP?

• Log in to the client

• Create the file to be transferred

• Create a new user

• Log in to the server

What command is used to create a file in Linux?

• cp

• touch

• mv

• mkdir

How can you verify the content of a transferred file on the server?

• Use the 'rm' command

• Use the 'scp' command

• Use the 'cat' command

• Use the 'ls' command

What must be done to transfer files from the server back to the client using SCP?

• Disable SSH on the client

• Install FTP on the server

• Use a different port

• Use the same SCP command in reverse