Ipswitch FTP_Professional 12.0 Review
Posted on 2009-04-20 17:46:19 by Thomas De MaesschalckWS_FTP Pro is one of the most popular Windows FTP clients around. It offers standard FTP functionality with added features like 256-bit AES encryption, SSL support, mirroring capabilities, and even scripting and scheduling. You can even develop your own applications to go along with it with the Development Kit. Unfortunately, the latest release is a big disappointment. The interface is in dire need of an overhaul and barely any new adequate features have been added. Nonetheless, if you’re looking for a FTP client that’s robust, reliable and well supported, it’s a solid choice. Furthermore, the ease of use and seamless integration into the Windows environment makes WS_FTP ideal for beginners who are used to Windows but don’t want to have to learn a new program interface. Having said that, newbies should check out the leaner and cheaper WS_FTP Home edition. WS_FTP Pro 12 is worth purchasing if you’re a new customer with a sudden need for an FTP client, but existing users should wait for the next release (or two) if Ipswitch maintains this laxidasical approach to software updates.
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Re: Ipswitch FTP_Professional 12.0 by Anonymous on Thursday, September 10 2009 @ 0:13 CEST |
Hello - Ipswitch listened to the folks who wrote in about the WS_FTP Home/Professional v12.0 interface and we will soon be releasing v12.2 with the following UI improvements: - New icons, including good-looking large icons - Revised menu and toolbar layouts to make the application easier to navigate - Easier access to recent and all remembered connections This version will also provide Windows 7 support and correct remaining issues with Vista UAC, along with a few other minor features and several bug fixes. We are currently working with existing customers in our "Technical Preview Program" - feel free to join this or download v12.2 when it becomes available around the time that Windows 7 is released to the public. Regards, - Jonathan Lampe, VP Research and Development, Ipswitch File Transfer http://www.ipswitchft.com |