3.5. FTP In an LVS Cluster

3.5. FTP In an LVS Cluster

File Transport Protocol (FTP) is an old and complex multi-port protocol that presents a distinct set of challenges to a clustered environment. To understand the nature of these challenges, you must first understand some key things about how FTP works.


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