tftp-now ☆

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Description:
Single-binary TFTP server and client that you can use right now

Type: Formula | Tracked Since: Jan 18, 2026

Links: Homepage | GitHub | formulae.brew.sh

Stars: 111 | Forks: 7 | Language: Go | Category: Networking

Tags: tftp networking file-transfer go cli embedded

Install: brew install tftp-now

About:
tftp-now is a lightweight, single-binary TFTP server and client written in Go. It is designed for simplicity and immediate use, requiring no configuration for basic file transfers over UDP. Its main value is providing a zero-fuss, portable tool for network booting, firmware updates, or quick file transfers in development and embedded environments.

Key Features:

Single binary for both server and client
Zero configuration for basic operation
Lightweight and portable
Written in Go for cross-platform compatibility
Simple command-line interface

Use Cases:

Network booting (PXE) for diskless workstations
Transferring configuration files or firmware to network devices
Quick, ad-hoc file transfers in local development or lab networks

Alternatives:

atftp – More feature-rich and configurable but more complex to set up.
tftp-hpa – The standard reference implementation, often included in OS distributions.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Jan 18, 2026 7:20pm		0	META	f5f428d4