Secure File Transfer at MIT
Overview
Insecure connections are not allowed on MITnet. You must transfer your files securely over the MIT network using a secure file transfer method. The secure file transfer programs supported at MIT include features like password encryption, which protects your password from being intercepted and abused by hackers on the Internet.
Getting Started:
Get a Kerberos (Athena) Account
Required for using Kerberized file transfer programs at MIT
Passport to MITnet: MIT's Network
Step-by-step instructions for connecting to MITnet
Kerberized FTP at MIT
Overview of Kerberos-based file transfer at MIT
Transferring Files Securely:
Macintosh: Fetch
Windows: SecureFX Quick Start Guide
Athena: Kerberized FTP to and from Athena
Special: Dreamweaver 8: Set up Secure File Transfer
IS&T Service Desk
Monday-Friday
Telephone/Online: 8am - 6pm
Walk-In (N42) 9:15am - 5pm
Web: IS&T Service Desk
Email: computing-help@mit.edu
Phone: 617.253.1101
Related Links
MindTerm SSH Web-browser-based terminal client
