SSH Key Authentication

We strongly advocate the use of SSH key authentication as a secure method for accessing servers and discourage the usage of passwords wherever possible. To assist our clients in adopting this best practice, we provide comprehensive guidance on generating SSH keys and installing them for use. The following articles are specifically designed to assist those who are new to the concept of SSH key authentication:

• General
• What a SSH key is and why you should use one
• Windows Specific
• Generating a SSH Key
• Configuring Putty to use a SSH key
• Configuring FileZilla to use a SSH key
• Linux/Mac Specific
• Generating a SSH Key
• Using your SSH Key
• Configuring FileZilla to use a SSH key