check ftp site for new file... download

[pgrimes]

I'm starting on an app that will need to check (every x amount of time) an ftp site for the creation of a new file. When the new file is found, it will download it and stick it in a local directory.

I've never written anything to connect to ftp. I have no experience with winsocks. I want to avoid using any 3rd party software although I will consider using it if it's free and is well worth it.

I was thinking I should create this as a windows service (I haven't created any services before either) since it will be checking continuously. What do you think about that?

If anyone can point me in the right direction (tutorials, examples, etc.) that would be great.

Thanks,

Paul

[Slow_Learner]

As far as writing services, read:
http://www.vbforums.com/showthread.p...hlight=service

Haven't used ftp at this point so I can't help you there.

[pgrimes]

Thanks...

Any other ideas?

[pgrimes]

*bump*

ITC?