SYMLINK command support

Question

Hi Guys,

Been using your ftp component for a number of years now, great product!

Just recently had a requirement from a client to upload files and create symlinks to those files (with slightly different names, of course). Is there a more specific edtFtpNet method to do it besides using InvokeSiteCommand?

Thanks!
Krishna

Answer 1

Thanks!

If you are using FTP, there's no FTP command for creating symlinks. So the server will have to support some kind of SITE command.

It's possible via SFTP.

Answer 2

Wow, fast reply!!

We are using sftp (sorry for not mentioning that).

I noticed that there is a method (InvokeSiteCommand) that could fullfil my requirement. I am wondering though, if there is some other method for doing it (CreateLink() or similar).

Thanks!
Krishna

Answer 3

Sure, see the CreateSymbolicLink method on SecureFTPConnection, since 8.0.

Answer 4

Sure, see the CreateSymbolicLink method on SecureFTPConnection, since 8.0.

That's exactly what I'm after, we use version 6, will our registration be valid for 8.0?

Answer 5

If you purchased a lifetime subscription, yes, or also if you are currently covered by a support agreement. Email us your license details if you aren't sure.