Meaning of Secure Shell (SSH)

Simple definition

Secure Shell (SSH) is a protocol for securely accessing and managing remote computers over a network using encryption.

How to use Secure Shell (SSH) in a professional context

It’s commonly used by system administrators and developers to manage servers, transfer files, and execute commands remotely.

Concrete example of Secure Shell (SSH)

A developer uses SSH to connect to a remote server and deploy a web application securely.

Q1: What does SSH secure?

A1: It encrypts communication to prevent eavesdropping and data theft.

Q2: How is SSH different from FTP?

A2: SSH is encrypted and more secure than FTP for file transfers.

Q3: Can SSH use passwordless login?

A3: Yes, by using key-based authentication with public and private keys.
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