Web Hosting Glossary – F Definitions
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Firewall
This can be either software, hardware, or combination of both that acts as a special security measure to protect a network or computer from attacks or threats from unauthorized sources on the Web.
File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
A Web protocol that is configured for the transfer of files to and from a web server.В Different from HTTP which only does websites, FTP is meant to move the pages for a website or any other data.
Frontpage
A Microsoft product that is a website design and creation software package.В Frontpage is a graphical interface that makes creating a website easier to do then just coding alone could accomplish.
Frontpage Extensions
Server-side application that connects with Microsoft Frontpage web software that allows special proprietary scripts and functions to run.В Frontpage Extensions allows seamless uploading and updating of web content on the server.
