Transfer Linux Files to Windows: Easy Methods

1 year ago
Sophia Anderson
1 minute

There are several ways to transfer files between Linux and Windows, here are some commonly used methods:

  1. To transfer files securely from Linux to Windows, you can use the SCP command, which stands for Secure Copy and allows files to be transferred via SSH protocol.
scp /path/to/file username@windows_IP:/path/to/destination
  1. Utilize an SFTP client: SFTP stands for Secure File Transfer Protocol, and it allows for file transfers between Linux and Windows using an SFTP client. Commonly used SFTP clients include FileZilla and WinSCP.
  2. Utilize a shared folder: Create a shared folder on Windows, then mount it on Linux to transfer files between the two systems. Refer to the document on mounting shared folders for specific instructions.
  3. Use an FTP server: Install FTP server software on Windows, then connect to this FTP server using an FTP client on Linux for file transfer.

These methods can effectively achieve file transfers between Linux and Windows, allowing users to choose the method that best suits their needs.

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