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File Transfer Protocol, better known as FTP, is a protocol or convention for transferring of files or data from one network to another (one computer to another). Many are familiar with the term FTP as it helps in exchange of files irrespective of the operating system.

FTP runs with the help of Transmission Control Protocol or TCP. Data is transferred efficiently and more importantly reliably from the source to the endpoint. It is a highly successful mode that has been widely used since its inception. An FTP client helps in the management of files on the server so that it can be transferred. It is popular also because of the fact that no apparent identification is required and the email address itself acts as the authentication for the file transfer. Web browsers more recently have made themselves compatible for connection to FTP servers.

There are two most common ways of completing the transfer. The ASCII mode in which the data is sent in plain text and is saved in the endpoint computing machine in the suitable format for the operating system present. The Binary mode is the one in which the files are sent byte by byte and is saved simultaneously by the recipient. Use of Remote computers indirectly is incouraged.

HP Photosmart C6100 is a printer with multiple functions that helps in implementing the task of printing, scanning, copying and can also be used as a fax machine. With 30-plus buttons, the white-and-grey color scheme and an LCD screen in the front panel, it carries a refined look. The printer uses six ink cartridges (1 each black, cyan, magenta, yellow, light cyan, light magenta). The print quality is up to 1200 dpi black and up to 4800×1200 dpi color. For connectivity it has 1USB, 1Ethernet, 1PictBridge, wireless 802.11g. the copy speed of black is up to 32 cpm and for color it is up to 31 cpm. The minimum systems requirements are Intel P-II; 128 MB RAM Win 98 SE/2000/XP; 425 MB Macintosh: Mac OS X v 10.3.9, v10.4; G3 processor; 128 MB RAM; 400 MB space. The HP Photosmart C6100 printer weighs 23.28 lb. It has Flatbed, ADF scanner. It has the standard document feeder capacity of 50 sheets with input capacity(std) upto 100 sheets and output capacity(std) upto 50 sheets. Talking about the media types, it supports paper, envelopes, transpar encies, labels, cards, HP’s premium media, iron-on transfers, borderless media, and panorama. It can work with media sizes(std) of letter, legal, executive, No.10 envelopes, cards, borderless photo(4×6-in, 5×7-in, 8×10-in), borderless panorama(4×10-in, 4×11-in, 4×12-in). The print speed for black draft mode is up to 32ppm, for black normal mode it is up to 8.2ppm, for color draft mode it is up to 31ppm, and for color best quality mode it is up to 6ppm. The HP Photosmart C6100 printer is just perfect for the small office and home office(SOHO) segment that may need a fax machine and has limited printing needs.

Xactic C40 digital camera was launched by Sanyo, just following up on its Xactic VPC-C5. XACTIC C40 keeping hold of the same form factor as that of the VPC-C5, it compresses the capability to record video in VGA resolution at 30 FPS in MPEG4 and a 4-Megapixel CCD sensor into a package measuring a mere 108×69x34mm and 152gm. Depending on MPEG4, the C40 records video at a maximum resolution of 640×480 pixels at 30 FPS, also recording stills at resolutions up to 3264×2448 pixels. Audio is recorded at a maximum of 48KHz in 16-bit dual channel stereo, and the camcorder also put forward a wind noise reduction mode. Sporting a 5.8x optical zoom lens with a five-point multi autofocus as well as manual focus, the Xacti C40 integrates a digital image stabilizer to counteract handshake. A 1.8-inch semi-transflective display with an 85K pixel resolution swivels 293 degrees to let users record with the camera in a range of positions, also offering playback of recorded content. This camcorder uses SD cards for media storage. Additional features include an integrated flash with red-eye reduction, video out and macro mode with a minimum range of 1cm. It enables PictBridge and USB 2.0 connectivity. Well all these high-end features of the camcorder make it worth using.