Using Secure Shell
Secure Shell (SSH) is a protocol that can be used to log into a remote machine (your Signature Hosting, VPS and MPS) and provide
secure encrypted communications between your Hosting account and your local computer. All of the commands you would use in a
Telnet client, you can use in an SSH client. The only difference is that the communication is made via encrypted channels to
and from your Server. Due to the increased capabilities you have as a MPS/VPS v2/3 'root' user, it is recommended that all
shell connections be done via SSH.
Providing shell access is a fundamental part of our philosophy with regard to Remote Administration. Shell access
is one of the most powerful features of our Virtual Servers. Using a SSH client, you can connect and log in to your
Virtual Server from anywhere in the world, as if you were sitting right in front it.
Choosing an SSH Client
Configuring your SSH Client
The following links provide detailed configuration instructions for the listed client:
Connecting To Your Server
Once you have chosen a SSH client, connecting to your Server is extremely simple. Although SSH clients vary in
their exact configuration, most of them will simply require you to specify a "remote host". Your remote
host is your Virtual Server, so you would specify your domain name (or your temporary domain, if applicable) or
IP address.
Once you are connected, you will be prompted for your login name and login password. You specified both your login
name and login password when you ordered your Virtual Private Server. After the login process is successful, you
will have gained access to your Server and can now issue commands at the command prompt. If you are not familiar
with UNIX, you can learn some
simple UNIX commands and use them with confidence.
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