How to transfer large files

From Reporting Cookbook: www.forjournalists.com/cookbook

Probably the best option for transferring large files is via an FTP server. Many media organizations have one, and you should check with your IT department. You can then exchange files using your Web browser or a dedicated FTP program such as Filezilla.

But if that's not an option, you may want to try one of several free services that offer that capability.

Web-based solutions include:

• You Send It, which allows you to send up to 100 MB for free. You upload the file to You Send It's servers, and they email a link to the person you want to receive the file so they can download it.
• SendSpace - Similar to You Send It, SendSpace lets you send up to 300 MB free.

A software solution:

• Pando is free software for either the PC or MAC that uses peer-to-peer technology to transfer files between computers. You can send up to 1 gigabyte.

These are not services to use if the data you are sending is confidential or sensitive because these sites typically take no responsibility if your information is somehow intercepted or lost. You should read their terms of service if you are at all concerned about security.