Which Security Protocol Does Secure File Transfer (SFTP) Use to Transfer Data?
YMP Admin
TL;DR: SFTP (Secure File Transfer Protocol) keeps data secure by using SSH (Secure Shell) protocol for encryption and authentication. Yes, SFTP does use SSH to create encrypted connections between client and server, protecting sensitive data during transfer. Unlike regular FTP which sends data in plain …
PacGenesis Named Hyperscaler Success Story by Ingram Micro: Closing Multimillion-Dollar Deals Through Strategic Cloud Innovation
Ingram Micro has spotlighted PacGenesis as a hyperscaler marketplace success story. This recognition stems from a critical multimillion-dollar SaaS deal that required immediate marketplace listing to meet a customer’s committed cloud spend deadline. The case study demonstrates how strategic partnerships and rapid response capabilities drive …
How to Update License Keys for IBM Aspera Web Applications: 2025 Update
IBM Aspera has several web applications available to enable high-speed data transfer for you and your users, and to manage, monitor, and report on those transfer sessions. Aspera Shares, Aspera Faspex, Aspera Console and Aspera Orchestrator are all customer-hosted web application options and are available …
Alternative to FTP: The Top Secure Alternatives to FTP
TL;DR Basic FTP lacks security, compliance, and efficiency features that enterprises need today. Here are the top secure alternatives: Alternative Options: Best Alternative – IBM Aspera: Bottom line: While FTPS, SFTP, AS2, and HTTPS provide security improvements over basic FTP, IBM Aspera offers the best …
The Difference Between Goodput vs Throughput and How to Maximize Your Bandwidth
TL;DR: While bandwidth determines your network’s capacity, throughput measures actual data transfer rates, and goodput tracks only useful data delivery. Understanding these differences is crucial for optimizing network performance. Many companies mistakenly think higher bandwidth automatically means faster file transfers, but throughput and goodput are …
Advancing Self-Managed Software Excellence: IBM Aspera Software Updates & Roadmap for 2025
Scott Pecnik
PacGenesis is dedicated to bringing you solutions that optimize your data workflows and secure your most critical assets. IBM Aspera’s on-premise software continues to be a cornerstone for enterprises requiring unparalleled speed and control over large file transfers. Recent updates and the exciting 2025 roadmap …
The Future of Cloud-Powered Transfers: IBM Aspera on Cloud (AoC) SaaS Innovations & Roadmap for 2025
For organizations embracing the agility and scalability of cloud environments, IBM Aspera on Cloud (AoC) delivers a powerful SaaS solution for global content transfer and exchange. PacGenesis is thrilled to highlight how AoC’s recent updates and ambitious 2025 roadmap reinforce its position as the leading …
SharePoint ToolShell Attack: The Critical Security Crisis That Should Worry Every IT Leader
Bottom Line Up Front: A critical zero-day vulnerability in Microsoft SharePoint Server (CVE-2025-53770) has been actively exploited since July 7, 2025, compromising thousands of servers worldwide. Attackers are stealing cryptographic keys that allow persistent access even after patching. Organizations must act promptly to safeguard their …
What is Media Shuttle? An Explanation for 2025!
TL;DR Media Shuttle is Signiant’s subscription-based enterprise file sharing solution that manages file movement through cloud software, allowing businesses to send, share, and submit files with no size limitations using on-premise or cloud storage. Key comparison with IBM Aspera: Bottom line: While Media Shuttle offers …
What is Signiant App?
TL;DR Signiant App is the desktop application that connects your computer to Media Shuttle (Signiant’s cloud-based file transfer service) for transferring multiple files of various sizes. Key Issues with Signiant App: Why IBM Aspera is Better: Bottom line: While both are secure, Aspera offers better …
