Another interesting note is the option to switch between a Windows Explorer-like interface and the default Norton Commander interface). That definitely isn't a black mark against this client because in seriousness, a bloated layout with colourful flashy icons isn't what professionals are interested in seeing. Upon launching WinSCP, we noticed immediately that the connect screen looks a lot like our favorite SSH/Telnet client PuTTY (and WinSCP can also launch PuTTY from the command menu). Once you've connected to the remote server, you're able to perform all the usual file operations such as cut, copy, move, rename, etc. The interface is easy to use with an Explorer-like user interface, providing support for regular file operations, background transfers and queue processing. WinSCP is a free and open source FTP and SFTP client that supports multiple protocols with a site manager for saving and managing connection details. You can safely select Cancel.Free SCP, SFTP and FTP client that can perform typical file transfer operations securely and fast. You may get the following message about the PuTTY SSH client.

If you choose not to restart, some WinSCP functions may not be available until you do so. A brief installation process will take place.On the Ready to Install screen, you can review the installation options you’ve selected.

We recommend that you deselect options at the bottom and click Next.

You may get a “WinSCP recommends” screen.

We recommend that you select the Explorer interface and click Next.

Then you will be prompted for Initial User Settings.

For basic setup, choose Typical installation, and click Next.

You will be prompted to select a setup type.

Click Next for the License Agreement after reading it.

Click Accept in the License Agreement window.

Open the installation program by double clicking on its icon.

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