File Service Protocol

protocol (FSP) A protocol, similar to FTP, for copying

files between computers. It's designed for anonymousarchives, and has protection against server and network

overloading. It doesn't use connections so it can survive

interruptions in service.

Until 1993-08-12, FSP didn't stand for anything. Wen-King

was responsible for the initials and Michael Grubb

[email protected] for their eventual expansion. Other

suggestions were "File Slurping Protocol", "Flaky Stream

Protocol" and "FTP's Sexier Partner".

FAQ.

[fsp-faq, 1993-08-12].

(1997-12-07)