SSH (Secure Shell) is a cryptographic network protocol used for secure data communication between two computers. It allows you to connect to a remote server securely and perform various tasks, such as running commands, transferring files, and tunneling traffic.
To use SSH to connect to a remote server, you need to have an SSH client installed on your local machine. Most Linux distributions come with an SSH client pre-installed. You can also install an SSH client on Windows by using a tool like PuTTY.
To connect to a remote server, you need to know its IP address or domain name, as well as the username and password for an account on that server. You can connect to the server by running the following command in your terminal:
ssh username@server_ip_address
For example, if your username is "jdoe" and the server's IP address is "192.168.1.100", you would run the following command:
You will then be prompted to enter your password. Once you have entered your password, you will be logged in to the remote server and can perform various tasks.