Many old-school fansub groups still operate IRC bots and "XDCC" servers, which act very similarly to FTPs.

Because FTP servers often have limited concurrent connections, the following sources are considered the most reliable today:

: If you use a public server, it is highly recommended to use a VPN to mask your traffic. If you'd like to narrow this down, let me know: Are you trying to download files or just stream them? 8 Best FTP Server Software for Businesses - DNSstuff

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