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ConnectBot vs Putty for Mac

A side-by-side look at ConnectBot and Putty for Mac. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

ConnectBot

ConnectBot

Network & Admin

ConnectBot is an open-source SSH client for Android that allows users to securely connect to Linux or Unix servers, routers, and other devices via SSH to execute commands or transfer files. It supports features like public key authentication, port forwarding, and custom shells.

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Putty for Mac

Putty for Mac

Network & Admin

Putty is a popular SSH and telnet client for Windows. For Mac users, some good alternatives are Termius, Secure Shellfish, and iTerm2. These provide similar connectivity options with added features like multi-tab terminal access, encrypted connection saving, and rich text formatting.

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