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What is the main role of the Git version control system compared to using FTP and FTPS for file management?

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Git is a distributed version control system that allows tracking changes in code, working with branches, merging changes, and reverting to previous project states. Unlike FTP/FTPS, which simply transfer files between client and server, Git provides:

  • Change history with rollback capabilities
  • Collaborative work among multiple developers without conflicts
  • Branch management
  • Local work without constant server connection

Example: When working with Git, you can create a branch for a new feature without affecting the main branch, and after testing, merge the changes. FTP simply copies files, without preserving history or facilitating version management.