107 | Battle for Security — FTPS vs SFTP

2025-09-24

Introduction

After we figured out insecure FTP, it’s time to meet its secure successors. Here’s where confusion often arises: many people think FTPS and SFTP are the same thing. In reality, these are two completely different protocols — with different histories and principles of operation.

What is FTPS? (FTP + Security)

FTPS (FTP over SSL/TLS) is a direct evolution of classic FTP. It takes standard FTP and “wraps” its connections in the cryptographic protocol SSL/TLS (the same one that protects websites via HTTPS).

106 | The Basics of Basics — Introduction to FTP

2025-09-23

Introduction

When it comes to file transfer over a network, the first thing that comes to mind is FTP (File Transfer Protocol) — one of the oldest and most fundamental internet protocols. Despite its age, it’s still in use and serves as a starting point for understanding more complex systems.

What is FTP?

FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is a protocol designed for transferring files between computers on a network. It works on the client–server model:

045 | FastPanel: A Powerful and User-Friendly Control Panel for Efficient Server Management

2025-07-07

Introduction to FastPanel

In the market of free server control panels, FastPanel stands out as a powerful and modern solution offering a wide range of features without compromising on performance. Unlike lightweight options aimed at minimal setups, FastPanel seeks to deliver full functionality comparable to paid alternatives, while remaining free for personal use and small projects. If you’re looking for a panel that combines rich features, high performance, and an intuitive interface to manage your VPS or dedicated server, FastPanel is an excellent choice.

031 | Proxy Servers in Action: 3proxy — A Compact and Multifunctional Proxy Server

2025-06-23

031 | Proxy Servers in Action: 3proxy — A Compact and Multifunctional Proxy Server 🤏⚙️

In our exploration of proxy servers, we’ve already looked at giants like Nginx and HAProxy, as well as the versatile SOCKS-focused Dante. Today, we turn our attention to 3proxy — a surprisingly compact yet incredibly multifunctional solution that could become your Swiss army knife in the world of proxying.

What is 3proxy?

3proxy is free, open-source software that, despite its small footprint (hence the “3”), is one of the most versatile proxy servers available. It is designed to run on various operating systems including Windows, Linux, macOS, and BSD. Its main strength is its ability to act as a proxy for a wide range of network protocols, often not supported in more specialized solutions.