File Transfer Types

   There are two types of file transfers, binary and ASCII. A binary
   transfer will create an exact copy (bit by bit) of the file. Use
   binary mode to transfer executable and compressed files. The ASCII
   transfer type is used to copy text. Some systems use different formats
   to store text files. The ASCII transfer mode will translate between
   these formats so that the text file displays correctly after it has
   been copied to a new system.