Getting Started with OpenSSH

Overview

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Learn the fundamentals of OpenSSH for remote management of Linux systems in this comprehensive tutorial. Discover how to install OpenSSH, establish secure connections, configure basic settings, troubleshoot common issues, implement public key authentication, use secure copy (scp), and leverage SSHFS. Explore important security tweaks for cloud instances and master the process of resetting OpenSSH host keys. Gain practical skills to efficiently manage Linux desktops and servers remotely through hands-on guidance and essential techniques.

Syllabus

Getting started with OpenSSH Part 1 - Installing OpenSSH.
Getting started with OpenSSH Part 2 - Connecting via ssh.
Getting started with OpenSSH Part 3 - Basic Configuration.
Getting started with OpenSSH Part 4 - Basic Troubleshooting.
Getting started with OpenSSH Part 5 - Public Key Authentication.
Getting started with OpenSSH Part 6 - Secure Copy (scp).
Getting started with OpenSSH OpenSSH Part 7 - SSHFS.
3 Important Tweaks for Improving OpenSSH Security on Your Cloud Instance.
Resetting OpenSSH Host Keys (the easy method).