Copying local files to a cloud server is one of the common uses for purchasing CVMs.This document explains how to copy your local files to a CVM.
Depending on your local operating system and the server type you purchased, you can refer to the following methods.
| Local operating system types | Cloud Virtual Machine operating system (Linux) | Cloud Virtual Machine operating system (Windows) |
|---|---|---|
| Windows | Upload files to the Cloud Virtual Machine via WinSCP | Upload files to the Cloud Virtual Machine via MSTSC |
| Windows | Upload files to the Cloud Virtual Machine via FTP | Upload files to the Cloud Virtual Machine via MSTSC |
| Linux | Upload files to the Cloud Virtual Machine via SCP | Upload files to the Cloud Virtual Machine via RDP |
| Mac OS | Upload files to the Cloud Virtual Machine via SCP | Upload files to the Cloud Virtual Machine via MRD |
For example, if your local computer's operating system is Windows, and the Cloud Virtual Machine you purchased has a Linux operating system, you can upload files to the Cloud Virtual Machine using WinSCP.
Next Steps
When you have important business data or personal files that need backup, after uploading files to the cloud server, you can also manually or automatically create snapshots of important files.
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