Learning SSH and Putty for Linux/Unix based systems

Secure Shell (SSH) offers a safe way to communicate with a server and to connect to systems remotely.  SSH is a vital skill for anyone who works in IT. In this short course i will explains what SSH is and shows how to connect to an SSH server from different operating systems and learn how to transfer files via SSH File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) and secure copy (SCP), and how to set up your own SSH server on Linux or any Unix based system.

SSH (Secure Shell) is a network protocol that allows secure remote access to a computer or server over an unsecured network. It provides a secure channel over an insecure network by encrypting the data transmitted between the client and server. SSH is commonly used for remote administration of servers, file transfer, and for accessing remote resources securely.

WinSCP (Windows Secure Copy) is a free and open-source SFTP, SCP, and FTP client for Microsoft Windows. It allows users to securely transfer files between a local and remote computer. WinSCP supports various transfer protocols including SCP (Secure Copy Protocol) and SFTP (SSH File Transfer Protocol), making it a secure choice for file transfers over SSH connections. It provides a user-friendly interface and supports advanced features such as scripting and automation.