How do I install WinSCP on my Windows computer?

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1. Download WinSCP on http://winscp.net/eng/download.php

2. Save the installer to an easily accessible location such as your Microsoft Windows desktop or your My Documents folder.

3. Open the installation program by double clicking on its icon.

4. Select the installation language.

5. Click Next at the Welcome Screen to continue.

6. Click Next after reviewing the license information.

7. Select the typical installation.

   1. Installs to default destination (typically C:\Program Files\WinSCP).

   2. Installs all components (but only selected language, to install all languages use Custom installation).

   3. Performs most typical setup tasks:

      • Enables automatic check for application updates.

      • Creates a desktop icon (for current user only).

      • Adds upload shortcut to Windows Explorer's 'Send to' context menu.

      • Registers to handle sftp:// and scp:// addresses.

   4. If you select Typical installation you can skip to step 11.

8. Click Next to accept default destination location.

9. Click Next to keep all components selected.

10. Click Next to proceed to create a start up menu folder.
    
    

11. Click Next to accept Additional Installation Tasks.

    1. You will be prompted for Initial User Settings. Again, these can be easily changed later.

12. Review the installation options you’ve selected.

13. Click install to start.