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OpenSSH for Windows vs Putty for Mac

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

OpenSSH for Windows

OpenSSH for Windows

Security & Privacy

OpenSSH for Windows is a free SSH client and server for Windows that allows you to securely connect to Linux and Unix servers, transfer files, and run remote commands over an encrypted connection.

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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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