What is SSH?

Secure Shell (SSH), known as Secure Socket Shell, is a UNIX-based command interface and protocol for securely getting access to a remote computer. It is widely used by network administrators to control Web and other kinds of servers remotely.

SSH is actually a suite of three utilities - slogin, ssh, and scp - that are secure versions of the earlier UNIX utilities, rlogin, rsh, and rcp. SSH commands are encrypted and secure in several ways. Both ends of the client/server connection are authenticated using a digital certificate, and passwords are protected by being encrypted.

SSH uses RSA public key cryptography for both connection and authentication. Encryption algorithms include Blowfish, DES, and IDEA. IDEA is the default.

SSH2, the latest version, is a proposed set of standards from the Internet Engineering Task Force.

The SSH feature is primarily for advanced users with a working knowledge of UNIX. In order to have your SSH access to Aplus.Net’s servers enabled, please fax a copy of your Photo ID or Drivers License to (661) 752-7775 or email it to . Be sure to include your registration number and/or main FTP username with your request. After we receive the proper information, our UNIX administrator will set up a shell account for you.

NOTE: If you want to use this feature but do not have a Business Class Unix, Pro or eCommerce Unix shared hosting plan, you will need to upgrade your account.

For more information on how to set up your SSH client for your Aplus.Net shared hosting account, please refer to the following documents:

• Putty configuration

• Secure CRT configuration