SSH and Remote Access in Linux
A Practical Guide to Secure Connections, Remote Management, and Automation with SSH
Master SSH and secure remote access in Linux. From basic connections to advanced automation, learn practical techniques for managing remote systems, hardening security, and troubleshooting.
About This Book
Quick Overview
Master SSH and secure remote access in Linux. From basic connections to advanced automation, learn practical techniques for managing remote systems, hardening security, and troubleshooting.
Key Topics Covered
- SSH protocol fundamentals
- OpenSSH installation and configuration
- password authentication
- public key cryptography
- SSH key management
- connection hardening
- remote command execution
- secure file transfers
- SCP and SFTP protocols
- port forwarding
- SSH tunneling
- connection multiplexing
- SSH agent configuration
- automation scripting
- multi-host management
- connection troubleshooting
- security best practices
- enterprise SSH deployment
Who Should Read This Book
System administrators, DevOps engineers, security professionals, Linux developers, network administrators, cloud infrastructure managers, IT support specialists, cybersecurity analysts
Prerequisites
Basic Linux command-line experience, fundamental networking concepts, basic understanding of file permissions and system administration
Table of Contents
About This Publication
This comprehensive guide teaches you to master SSH and remote access technologies for professional Linux system administration. You'll progress from basic remote connections to advanced automation techniques that can manage hundreds of remote hosts simultaneously. The book emphasizes practical, real-world applications with extensive command-line examples and configuration samples drawn from actual system administration scenarios. You'll learn to establish secure remote sessions, implement robust authentication mechanisms, and develop automation scripts that streamline daily operations. Special focus is given to security hardening and troubleshooting, ensuring you can maintain secure remote access while quickly resolving connectivity issues. By completion, you'll possess the skills to confidently manage complex remote infrastructure environments.
Book Details
- Format
- File Size
- 1.9 MB
- Chapters
- 13
- Code Examples
- 99
- Exercises
- 99
- Difficulty Level
- beginner
- Reading Time
- 24-28
Special Features
• Comprehensive coverage from SSH basics to advanced automation techniques • Real-world command-line examples and practical configuration templates • Step-by-step tutorials for complex remote management scenarios • Extensive troubleshooting section with diagnostic methodologies • Security-focused approach with hardening techniques and best practices • Multiple appendices with quick-reference materials and cheat sheets • Practical one-liners for common system administration tasks • Interview preparation questions for SSH and remote access roles • Recommended tools and resources for ongoing skill development • Progressive learning structure suitable for beginners to advanced users
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