n. A file transfer to the local computer, especially one in progress.n. A file that has been, or will be transferred in this way.v. To transfer (computer data, especially as one or more files) from a remote computer (server) to a local computer, usually via a network.v. upload; to copy a file from a local computer to a remote computer via a network.v. to transfer a file to or from removable media.v. to install software.