Ftp: recv

Copies a remote file to the local computer using the current file transfer type.

Syntax

recv RemoteFile [LocalFile]

Parameters

RemoteFile   : Specifies the remote file to copy.

LocalFile   : Specifies the name to use on the local computer.

? recv   : Displays help for the recv command.

Remarks

  • The recv command is identical to the get command.

  • If LocalFile is not specified, the file is given the RemoteFile name.

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Ftp

Ftp: get

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