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File Transfer Protocol (FTP) is a network protocol used for transferring computer files between a client and server on a computer network. FTP is built on a client-server model architecture and utilizes separate control and data connections between the client and the server. FTP servers are commonly used to share files with remote users, back up data, or transfer large files over a network. Ubuntu is a popular Linux distribution widely used for personal computers, servers, and cloud computing environments.
In this post, we will discuss how to set up an FTP server in the Ubuntu operating system. This can be accomplished using various FTP server software packages. Furthur will discuss setting up an FTP server in Ubuntu using the popular vsftpd (Very Secure FTP Daemon) server software.
Before proceeding with the installation, ensure that your Ubuntu system is up to date and has all the necessary packages installed. Run the following commands to update and upgrade your system:
sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -Y
Installing vsftpd
vsftpd, (or very secure FTP daemon) is an FTP server for Unix systems, which include Linux distribution. It is the default FTP package server in Ubuntu, CentOS, and Red Hat Enterprise Linux. Install vsftpd using the following command:
sudo apt install vsftpd
Configuring vsftpd
The main configuration file for vsftpd is located at /etc/vsftpd.conf. Open the file using a text editor like nano or vi:
sudo nano /etc/vsftpd.conf
Before changing anything in the configuration file, let’s discuss some of the important configuration options:
Now you understand the options. Make the following changes to the configuration file:
anonymous_enable=NO local_enable=YES write_enable=YES chroot_local_user=YES allow_anon_rwx=NO
These changes disable anonymous FTP access, enable local user access, allow writing to the FTP server, force local users to chroot to their home directories, and disallow anonymous users to read, write, or execute files.
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After installing the FTP Server in Ubuntu we have to create a user before accessing the FTP server. The simplest way to do this is to use the adduser command. For example, to create an FTP user named ftpuser, run the following command in your terminal:
sudo useradd -r -s /bin/false -d /home/ftpuser ftpuser
This command creates a user named ftpuser with a home directory of /home/ftpuser and sets the user’s shell to /bin/false, preventing direct login to the FTP server using the ftpuser account.
Setting User Permissions
Set the appropriate permissions for the FTP user’s home directory:
sudo chown -R ftpuser:ftpuser /home/ftpuser
This command changes the ownership of the /home/ftpuser directory and its contents to the ftpuser user and group.
Allowing FTP Traffic Through the Firewall
If you are using a firewall, you must allow FTP traffic to pass through. In Ubuntu, you can use the UFW firewall management tool. Run the following commands to allow FTP traffic:
sudo ufw allow 21/tcp sudo ufw allow 20/tcp sudo ufw enable
These commands allow FTP traffic on ports 21 (for data connections) and 20 (for control connections) and enable the UFW firewall.
Restarting vsftpd
After making changes to the configuration file, you need to restart vsftpd for the changes to take effect. Run the following command in your terminal:
sudo systemctl restart vsftpd
You can test your FTP connection using an FTP client such as FileZilla. To connect to your FTP server by configuring FileZilla, follow these steps:
If the connection is successful, you will see a list of files and directories on your FTP server in the File Listing panel.
In conclusion, installing an FTP server in Ubuntu is a straightforward process that can be completed in a few steps. By following the instructions provided in this article, you can easily set up an FTP server that you can use to transfer files between computers. However, it is important to note that FTP is an unencrypted protocol, which means that data transferred using FTP can be intercepted and read by third parties.
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