Accelerating ASCII transfers with Mode Z

Mode Z compression compresses files on the fly as you transfer them, saving bandwidth and improving transfer times. This feature is turned on by default, and is used whenever you connect to a server that supports Mode Z.

To turn on Mode Z compression

1. From the Deva xFTP menu, select Tools > Options.

2. Select Mode Z from the left-hand navigation pane.

3. Select Apply MODE Z compression to ASCII transfers when possible.