LogMeIn Ignition vs PuTTY

LogMeIn Ignition

Description: LogMeIn Ignition is a remote access software that allows users to remotely control computers and servers from any web browser. It provides easy remote control for IT professionals to access devices, troubleshoot issues and manage systems and networks.

Type: software

PuTTY

Description: 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.

Type: software

Pricing: Open Source

LogMeIn Ignition Features

• Remote access and control of computers and servers
• Works through any web browser
• File transfer between accessed and local computers
• Multi-monitor support
• Remote printing capability
• Wake-on-LAN to turn on remotely accessed computers
• Unattended access to always-on computers
• Integration with LogMeIn Central for IT management
• Mobile apps for remote access on the go
• SSL/TLS encryption for security

PuTTY Features

• SSH client
• Telnet client
• Rlogin client
• Raw socket connection
• Serial port connection
• Basic file transfer (SCP and SFTP)
• Proxying for tunneling connections through HTTP proxies
• Local terminal emulator (with VT100 and VT52 emulation)
• Configurable keyboard shortcuts
• Session logging

LogMeIn Ignition

• Not listed

PuTTY

• Open Source