Transfering files between a Unix account and my windows PC

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around methods for transferring files between a Unix account and a Windows PC, specifically using SSH clients and various software tools. The scope includes practical applications and user experiences with different file transfer methods.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant describes their experience using SecureCRT for SSH access but encounters issues with the "Transfer" menu not functioning as expected.
  • Another participant suggests using WinSCP as a file transfer solution, noting their own positive experience with it on a Mac and cautioning about misleading download buttons on the website.
  • A different participant expresses approval of WinSCP, reinforcing its effectiveness.
  • Another alternative proposed is using the netcat tool, with the option to secure the data transfer through an SSH tunnel for privacy.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the utility of WinSCP for file transfers, but there are multiple competing views regarding the best method, including the use of netcat.

Contextual Notes

Some participants mention specific software tools without detailing their configurations or limitations, and there is no consensus on the best approach for file transfer.

Who May Find This Useful

Users looking for practical solutions to transfer files between Unix and Windows systems, particularly those using SSH clients.

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I have an account on a Unix cluster where I log in through an SSH client (I'm using SecureCRT).

I need to be able to transfer files from my windows to PC to my unix acount and vice versa, does anyone know how to go about doing that? There is a "Transfer" menu in the SecureCRT window but it doesn't seem to work - all it does is record keystrokes instead of transfering files.

Thanks.
 
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You might try WinSCP, http://winscp.net/ . I've played a bit with it under Windows on my Mac. On that site, beware of the big "Download" buttons that are actually part of advertisements for other software. Make sure what you're about to download is actually WinSCP. :rolleyes:

Or if you use Firefox, try the FireFTP add-on, http://fireftp.mozdev.org/ , which I've started to use myself. It has options for various secure protocols.
 
WinSCP is really good.
 
I approve! Thanks for the tip.
 
Alternatively, just use netcat. You can even throw it through an SSH tunnel if you don't like people to see the data.
 

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