putty ☆
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Description:
Implementation of Telnet and SSH
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Networking
Tags: ssh telnet terminal networking remote-access
Install: brew install putty
About:
PuTTY is a free and open-source implementation of Telnet and SSH for Windows and Unix platforms. It allows secure remote login and file transfer to network devices and servers. Its primary value is providing a reliable, lightweight terminal emulator for system administration.
Key Features:
  • Support for SSH, Telnet, and Rlogin protocols
  • X11 forwarding and port forwarding capabilities
  • Public key authentication with PuTTYgen
  • Session management for saved connections
Use Cases:
  • Remotely administering Linux servers via SSH
  • Managing network equipment like routers and switches
  • Securing file transfers using PSCP or PSFTP
Alternatives:
  • OpenSSH – Unix-based standard; PuTTY is often preferred on Windows for its GUI and portability
  • KiTTY – A fork of PuTTY with additional features like session filters and shortcuts
Version History
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Jan 16, 2025 3:52pm 0 VERSION_BUMP d4d6f2a0
Dec 21, 2024 8:00pm 0 VERSION_BUMP e5cd8e07
Nov 25, 2024 9:45am 0 VERSION_BUMP fde4be02
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