Protocols

DLNA

• For: Streaming media (video, music) over local networks.
• Use: Home media sharing to smart TVs and consoles.
• Security: Minimal, no authentication; local use only.

Docker Volume Plugin

• For: Exposing remote storage to Docker containers.
• Use: Access cloud storage in containerized apps.
• Security: Depends on Docker settings and network isolation.

FTP

• For: File transfers between systems.
• Use: Legacy or server environments.
• Security: Insecure by default; avoid over untrusted networks.

HTTP

• For: Basic file sharing over HTTP.
• Use: Simple, quick file sharing via web.
• Security: No encryption; use SSL/TLS for secure access.

NFS

• For: Sharing files over a local network.
• Use: Linux and Unix-based systems.
• Security: Limited; best on secure networks.

Restic

• For: Serving as a storage backend for Restic backups.
• Use: Reliable, encrypted backup storage.
• Security: Requires secure network or localhost access.

S3

• For: Serving as an S3-compatible storage endpoint.
• Use: Cloud-based object storage.
• Security: SSL/TLS recommended for secure access.

SFTP

• For: Secure file transfers over SSH.
• Use: Remote access with encryption.
• Security: High; uses SSH for secure connections.

WebDAV

• For: Network file sharing with broad client support.
• Use: Accessible from Finder, Windows, and many apps.
• Security: Moderate; SSL/TLS recommended for remote access.

curl -u "username:password" -X PROPFIND http://example.com/webdav/