When it comes to smartphones, you're more likely to think of standards such as wifi, Bluetooth, and NFC (Near Field Communication) before the old FTP (File Transfer Protocol) technology comes to mind.

Despite its age, FTP is still an effective protocol for moving files between devices on the same Wi-Fi network. Material Files is an alternative file manager for Android with built-in FTP support. Use ...

The ability to access and manage files remotely is more than a convenience—it’s a necessity. Google Drive, a widely used ...

I have several Linux machines on my network, each serving a different purpose. I frequently need to transfer files back and forth between them, and I'd rather not do so via a cloud service, email, or ...