Why can't you copy and paste files in FTP software?

1. Why is FTP no longer used?
2. What is the downside of using FTP to transfer files?
3. How do I copy multiple files from an FTP site?

Why is FTP no longer used?

Like telnet, FTP still has a few uses, but has lost prominence on the modern internet largely because of security concerns, with encrypted alternatives taking its place—in the case of FTP, SFTP, a file transfer protocol that operates over the Secure Shell protocol (SSH), the protocol that has largely replaced telnet.

What is the downside of using FTP to transfer files?

FTP is inherently an non-secure way to transfer data. When a file is sent using this protocol, the data, username, and password are all shared in plain text, which means a hacker can access this information with little to no effort. For data to be secure, you need to use an upgraded version of FTP like FTPS or SFTP.

How do I copy multiple files from an FTP site?

To copy multiple files at once, use the mput command. You can supply a series of individual file names and you can use wildcard characters. The mput command copies each file individually, asking you for confirmation each time. To close the ftp connection, type bye .