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Git Bash vs PuTTY

A side-by-side look at Git Bash and PuTTY. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Git Bash

Git Bash

Development

Git Bash is a terminal emulator for Windows that provides a Bash environment that allows users to utilize Git version control features and Linux-style command line tools and utilities on Windows operating systems.

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PuTTY

PuTTY

Network & Admin

PuTTY is a popular open-source terminal emulator and SSH client for Windows. Developed by Simon Tatham, PuTTY provides a lightweight and versatile tool for connecting to remote servers using various network protocols, including SSH, Telnet, and Rlogin. It is widely used for secure and convenient command-line access to remote systems.

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