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Using 950MB file, we compare the transfer rate of both services.
Using 950MB file and 100Mbps network cards, we compare the transfer rate of both services.
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In standard FTP, it took about 15mins to transfer the file completely.
In standard FTP, it took about 15mins to transfer the file completely.

Revision as of 01:34, 9 August 2013

GridFTP

GridFTP is an extension of the standard File Transfer Protocol for high-speed, reliable, and secure data transfer.

Different Implementations


Globus Implementation

  • Platform: CentOS 6 x86_64
  • GridFTP Server
  • GridFTP Client
  • GridFTP Modules


Screenshots



GridFTP vs standard FTP

Using 950MB file and 100Mbps network cards, we compare the transfer rate of both services.
In standard FTP, it took about 15mins to transfer the file completely.


While in GridFTP, it took only 1 minute and 30 seconds.


OSG Implementation


CERN Implementation


Issues

  • Platform: Ubuntu 13
  • Installation guide @ Birn

Issues:
1. pacman-3.26-r1 is not supported by ubuntu 13

  • Stand-alone Gridftp @ OSG

Issues:
1. osg-gridftp package is only supported by rhel-5/6 platform

  • Gridftp @ CERN

Issues:
1. Only supported by RPMs (rhel platforms)

  • All installation of gridftps are only supported by rhel platforms. There is no available for ubuntu.


ToDo


Caution



See Also