SCP vs SFTP
file transfer
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When it comes to transferring files between systems securely over a network, two commonly used protocols are SCP (Secure Copy Protocol) and SFTP (SSH File Transfer Protocol). While both are built on the foundation of SSH (Secure Shell) and ensure secure data transfers, they differ significantly in functionality, use cases, and efficiency.
This article dives into the key differences between SCP and SFTP, their advantages, limitations, and which one you should use depending on your specific requirements.