lftp VS Wget
lftp is a powerful tool for advanced users needing robust file transfer capabilities across multiple protocols, especially FTP and SFTP. Wget excels in simplicity and efficiency for downloading files from HTTP and HTTPS, making it ideal for quick tasks.
lftp
Pros:
- Supports a wide range of protocols including FTP, SFTP, HTTP, and HTTPS
- Allows for complex file transfer operations with batch downloads
- Good for mirroring entire directories
- Offers a powerful command line interface with scripting capabilities
- Resumes interrupted transfers seamlessly
- Advanced features like speed limiting and file type filtering
- Supports proxies for network configurations
- Can handle multiple connections for faster downloads (using plugins)
- Provides detailed logging capabilities
- Cross-platform availability
Cons:
- More complex to use for beginners
- Not as efficient for simple HTTP downloads
- Limited multithreading capabilities
- Steeper learning curve due to advanced features
- Less focus on simple file retrieval operations
Wget
Pros:
- Highly efficient for HTTP and HTTPS downloads
- Supports multi-threaded downloads for faster performance
- Simple command-line usage for quick downloads
- Good for downloading files recursively
- Can handle large files effectively
- Supports file type filtering
- User-friendly interface for simple tasks
- Good error recovery features
- Cross-platform availability
- Integration with various tools for automation
Cons:
- Limited protocol support (no FTP/SFTP)
- Not as feature-rich for advanced FTP tasks
- Less flexible for batch processing
- Does not support mirroring
- Limited configuration options compared to lftp
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