GK Question

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Which protocol is used for secure remote login to network devices?

  1. Telnet
  2. FTP
  3. SSH
  4. HTTP

Answer: SSH

SSH (Secure Shell) provides encrypted remote login and command execution over insecure networks. Replaces insecure Telnet which transmits data in plaintext. SSH uses public-key cryptography for authentication and supports port forwarding, file transfer (SFTP), and tunneling. Default port: 22.

Topic Internet & Networking
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