You need an SSH client on your computer. - On Mac, you can use Terminal, which is included by default. - On Windows-based computers, you can install a third-party application like PuTTY.

What is SSH

SSH stands for Secure Shell. It's a network protocol that allows for secure communication between two computers over an unsecured network. This is typically used for remote login and and and and file transfer.

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SSH offers:

  • Security: SSH encrypts all communication between the two computers, making it much safer than older protocols that transmit data in plain text. This is especially important when you're using a public network, like wifi in a coffee shop.
  • Remote Login: With SSH, you can log in to a remote computer as if you were sitting right in front of it. This allows you to run programs, manage files, and perform other tasks on the remote machine.
  • File Transfer: SSH can also be used to securely transfer files between computers. This is a more secure alternative to methods like FTP (File Transfer Protocol).

When connecting via SSH use this info:


Host: ssh.one-example.com
Username: one-example.com
Password: the one you chose for SSH in your Control Panel
Port: 22

 

Connect to your web space via an SSH client:

  1. Open your SSH client
  2. Type ssh [email protected]
    (replace one-example.com with your own domain)
  3. If this is the first time you are connecting, confirm the authenticity of the host by typing yes
  4. Enter your password. Please note that you will not see any characters typed or your cursor moving. This is a standard security feature for terminals.
  5. Press Enter

Everything is now ready for you to start typing commands.

Published: 25 June 2024 06:15