Downloading files.

Discussion in 'Programming' started by banless, Mar 9, 2007.

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  1. #1
    Is there some kind special program that I need in order to allow someone to download file from my website? If not, what is the best to do it?
     
    banless, Mar 9, 2007 IP
  2. ccoonen

    ccoonen Well-Known Member

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    You want them to be able to? or you are trying to restrict them from doing so?
     
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  3. banless

    banless Peon

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    Yes, I want them to be able to download a file.
     
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    Xangis Active Member

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    No special program, just put the file on your site and place a link to it in an HTML document:

    <a href = "filename.ext" >Click here for the file.</a>
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    If that makes sense to you, good. If not, go grab a book and learn HTML.
     
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    banless Peon

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    Ok, what if it is a whole folder?
     
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    For a whole folder, the best idea is to zip up all the files into one .zip file.
     
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    You are right, that worked. Thanks alot.
     
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