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TFTP vs. FTP vs. FileCatalyst: What is the Difference?

Fri, 05/14/2021
Transferring files over the internet is a common task in today’s digital world and it’s important to  protocol that fits your organization’s needs. A protocol is a set of rules and messages between a sender and a receiver. It functions much like a language that both ends of the network understand so the data arrives uncorrupted and with a proper file name. When it comes time...
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Consolidate Your File Transfers with GoAnywhere MFT

By Brian Pick on Fri, 04/16/2021
  Image Consolidation is the Stepping Stone to Successful File Transfers When you’re utilizing a managed file transfer (MFT) solution, consolidation is an impactful mechanism that helps you to make the most out of your file transfers. With GoAnywhere MFT, you can successfully bring together multiple different technologies and...
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How Cloud Technology is Transforming the Healthcare Industry

By Heath Kath on Thu, 04/08/2021
  Image When you think of files in healthcare, you may think of illegible doctor notes, clipboards with unpronounceable drugs, or a hastily printed summary of your visit. The healthcare industry generates a lot of paperwork that makes its way into many hands, so how can healthcare organizations keep it flowing to the right places –...
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How to Measure Network and Disk Throughput with IPERF3

Wed, 02/24/2021
Image FileCatalyst is a file transfer acceleration tool. Like any software, it is still limited by the performance of the hardware and the network on which it is used. If you are trying to achieve speeds faster than 1 Gbps, with FileCatalyst, read on. If you already know you’ll need to transfer files faster than 1Gbps, before...
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Moving Big Data to Amazon S3 Storage at Maximum Speed

Mon, 02/15/2021
If your data storage strategy includes cloud object storage, you will have to consider the tools that will be used to move this data and access it once it’s all migrated to the cloud. Luckily, when it comes to object storage, all the vendors will provide you with a range of quality tools out-of-the-box and options to move and access your data. If your data set is very large,...
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How to Comply with Brazil's Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD)

By Donnie MacColl on Thu, 01/14/2021
  Image What is Brazil’s LGPD? LGPD stands for Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (General Data Protection Law), which is a law streamlining what was previously 40 separate statutes protecting personal data in Brazil. Academic research and legislation around personal data and privacy has been an active priority in Brazil, culminating in...
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Object Storage and You Series | Amazon S3

Wed, 12/16/2020
Moving Data to Amazon S3 Storage at Maximum Speed Flexibility is the key to happiness and ultimately, productivity. Your company should be flooded with options in regards to object storage compatibility, and that is why FileCatalyst integrates with several object storage solutions. We understand that customization is important, that every company has its own unique...
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Master Fast File Transfer Applications

Tue, 11/24/2020
a High-Level Guide to FileCatalyst Direct’s Client Applications Do you find yourself lost or overwhelmed when it comes to deciphering client applications that fast file transfer solutions have to offer? If so, it’s completely understandable, with names and descriptions varying between each software company. When you dive into researching fast file transfer solutions, you will...
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Dissecting the Value of a Fast File Transfer Solution

Thu, 10/22/2020
During these unprecedented times, it’s only natural for companies to seek solutions to best meet their workflow needs while at the same time provide an acceptable ROI. While many companies understand the importance of implementing productive solutions to keep up with new demands of their remote workforce, they also may be working with tighter budget restrictions due to the...
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An IT Manager’s Guide to Data Migration

Tue, 10/06/2020
So you’re stuck with large files slowing down your teams’ daily workflows or maybe you need to migrate your data from point A to point B in the most efficient way possible, if so you have come across the right guide to help you with these tasks.  Firstly, we are going to dive into assessing your company’s data migration needs. Often this duty falls to an IT professional. We...
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Pair Your Enterprise File Sharing Solution with Data Loss Prevention

By Scott Messick on Thu, 09/10/2020
  Image Is Your Enterprise File Sharing Solution Enough? Enterprise file sharing solutions are already a great way to encrypt sensitive data in motion, but encryption alone is not enough. Can you ensure that sensitive information is not accidentally transmitted? Are you able to audit who is sending what? And last, but not least,...
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3 Powerful Examples of MFT and DLP Paired in Action

By Scott Messick on Thu, 08/20/2020
    Image   On paper, combining two robust software products to form a more complete solution is a no-brainer. But how does it actually work in “real life?” First, let’s take a look at what the two solutions – adaptive data loss protection (A-DLP) and managed file transfer (MFT) – each offer to users. Then, we’ll highlight a few...
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Explore The Right File Transfer Solution - Blog

Thu, 08/13/2020
Your media files are evidently growing, so what are the next steps you need to take? FileCatalyst is happily here to guide you through our products and highlight why you need a fast file transfer solution in your life.   Are you noticing a lag in your productivity? Are your teams spread out globally and struggling to simultaneously share multiple projects? You probably already...
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How You Will Transfer Supersized Video Files in 2020

Thu, 08/13/2020
So you want to transfer large video files in a quick and efficient manner? Chances are FileCatalyst has a solution to fit your needs. In the prequel to this blog post, you would have discovered how drastically video files are changing and what different factors play a role in the size of your files in 2020.  We recommend that you take the time to analyze your own personal...
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Why Are Video Files Supersized in the 2020s?

Thu, 08/13/2020
There are many factors in play when creating media content. Creators are at a point where HD doesn’t hit the high standards mark, and people are always seeking the best possible result when it comes to media content quality. With this in mind, when creating your development plan, you need to take into account the size of the video files you will be creating and how you will...
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German DPAs Announce New Email Encryption Guidance

By Donnie MacColl on Thu, 08/06/2020
Image In May of 2020, substantial guidance on email encryption was issued by the German Data Protection Authorities (German DPAs) specific to personal data transferred via email. These guidelines recommend reducing the risks of a personal data breach with both end-to-end encryption and transport encryption. The new guidelines build...
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How to Help Ensure Compliance with Data Privacy Laws

By Heath Kath on Tue, 07/07/2020
  Image How to Help Ensure Compliance with Data Privacy Laws If complying with data privacy laws like the GDPR, PDPA, CPA, HIPAA, PCI DSS, PIPEDA, and more sometimes feels like swimming in alphabet soup, there is a life preserver that can simplify, secure, and automate the processes involved. Managed file transfer can proactively...
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Enterprise | the Next Generation of Fast File Transferring

Thu, 07/02/2020
What classifies your company as an enterprise? Is it your amount of staff? Your global outreach? Traditionally, yes to all of the above. A company is considered an enterprise once they are responsible for a large number of sales within their industry.  Once a company enters that battlefield, with growing industry rivalry, it becomes a never ending challenge to remain...
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The Next Oil Cycle | How 2020 Has Made File Transferring Crucial for Success

Wed, 06/10/2020
The year 2020 has shifted the oil and gas industry drastically. In the early months of the new year, COVID-19 resulted in price drops and a decrease in production. This, however, will not be a permanent situation. Now is the time to look at the horizon and what the next oil cycle will look like. This is a unique period of time that will define the future of oil and gas....
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GDPR and Data Privacy after Brexit: What’s Next?

By Donnie MacColl on Thu, 05/21/2020
  Image So, the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) hit us with a bang in May 2018 and aside from a few high-profile fines, companies seem to be coping well on the whole. But is that really what’s happening or is it like an elegant swan, calm above water but flapping around underneath? It is safe to say that by now companies...
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