File transfer is the movement of files from one computer system to another. It can be performed manually by simply copying and pasting between PCs or through an external device like a USB flash drive.
File transfers are the core of any computer system and should be fast and reliable. With the increasing popularity of 4K and 8K video and larger data sets, it’s important to have high transfer rates so large files can be moved quickly from one location to the next without requiring lengthy wait times or causing network congestion.
The CMS ePortal and other CMS external portals can provide “managed” file upload and download services for end users to facilitate the exchange of files between CMS systems and/or with CMS external partners. CMS may also implement Enterprise File Transfer (EFT) products for scalability, security, reliability, auditing and other key business requirements in situations where the need arises.
Using the right hardware, software and protocols ensures that your file transfer is fast and efficient. The following are some of the key factors that impact file transfer speed:
A transfer rate measures how much digital information can travel from one point to another in a given amount of time. It is typically reported in Mbps, megabits per second. The number is determined by the type of transmission media such as twisted pair or optical fiber and the file size in MB or GB. Send Files