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| I'd
been looking for a secure way for you to send me files (especially
large ones that don't travel well by e-mail), and for me to return
files to you. For a while, I've set up users on my main computer, and
sent you the link to be able to download files; but that system didn't
work the other way around. I didn't want to use FTP (File Transfer
Protocol) systems for a couple of reasons: (a) you would have to obtain
an FTP program and learn how to use it on your computer; and (b)
keeping my computer (and your data) secure. I've finally found the answer through a program called "Rumpus®." One of the limitations of the program is that I can't completely replicate the style of my other web pages, but I've put enough on so you can recognize that it's my site (see screen shot at the right, which you can also click to access the site). |
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| Click on the picture to access the Web File Manager |
I'm using an iMac
computer to act as the server. You
access it just as you would any web page (see below). In order to
access files on my server, you will need a user name and a password.
For individuals and families, the user name will be the last name (or
the first last name on your tax return if taxpayer and spouse have
different last names). For businesses, it will be the first word in the
name of
the business (well, excluding common words, like "The"). The password
is an 8-character random "word" that I create for you and include in
the Approval Form you complete when you agree to my services. The only
folder you can see is your
own folder. You can, however, create or have sub folders and clicking
on them opens up the directory of that folder. If you have trouble
accessing
your site, it may be that I haven't set it up yet, or the server is down. Send me an email and
I'll do it. Click on the "Forgot Your Password?" link under the log in
button, enter your email address, and you'll get a a reminder of your
password; I'll also get a copy, so I know you're trying to access your site.
To download files, follow the instructions on the right side of the screen. If you need to send a file to me, select "Upload Files" (see red oval on the screen shot below). The "Downloading files" section is replaced by a "Files Upload" section. Select how many files you will send me, browse on your computer to each file, and then click "Begin Upload." Depending on the speed of your connection, and the size of the file(s), this can take anywhere from a few seconds to several minutes.
To download files, follow the instructions on the right side of the screen. If you need to send a file to me, select "Upload Files" (see red oval on the screen shot below). The "Downloading files" section is replaced by a "Files Upload" section. Select how many files you will send me, browse on your computer to each file, and then click "Begin Upload." Depending on the speed of your connection, and the size of the file(s), this can take anywhere from a few seconds to several minutes.
Anyone can send me a file, using the "Anonymous Login" button. The difference is that you cannot see the result of sending me the file (Anonymous does not have permission to see any folders on the server).
Ready? Click here or on the picture above.
This page was last updated on December 30, 2011.
