Nonetheless, the SSH protocol replaces old insecure protocols with better security.
It primarily serves as a means of remotely accessing a computer from another gear.
This guide will show you how to enable and use SSH for secure connections on your Mac.
What Is SSH?
Administrators usually use it for connecting to remote devices securely.
SSH relies on encrypted keys known as SSH keys that work as access credential and follows an encryption protocol.
Also, if you’ve got a GitHub account, you canuse SSH for passwordless authentication on GitHub.
It is also available on Unix, Linux, and macOS servers by default.
How to Enable an SSH Server on Your Mac
OpenSystem Settingson your Mac.
Navigate toGeneral > Sharing.
Turn on the toggle next toRemote Loginand click theInfo (i)button next to it.
you’ve got the option to find the login command of the SSH server underRemote Login.
For instance, in our case, it’s “ssh sajidshaik@192.168.0.44.”
Toggle onAllow full disk access for remote user.
you might also change the prefs for who can access your SSH server.
Once done, an SSH server will be ready on your Mac for you to use.
So, remember to deactivate it by simply toggling offRemote Loginby following the same steps.
SSH is an excellent way to access one gear from another one without sacrificing security.
If needed, you might also SSH into a VirtualBox Ubuntu Server.
