[GRASSweb-list]http vs. ftp

[Dan Jacobson]

>> VIA FTP                   VIA HTTP
>> 
>> they don't know which is better to click, unless they are computer
>> professionals.
>> 

M> Yes, I understand what you mean. Please suggest something to insert
M> into the page.

Well, I forgot what the difference was, all I remember was
"First try the HTTP links.  Only if they don't work then try FTP."

But then how to choose vs. nearby FTP vs. faraway HTTP...