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Connect to Windows over Rsync

Trying to connect your Linux-based servers to Windows workstations to pull data via rsync? Here’s how. Install OpenSSH service On the Windows side, install the optional OpenSSH Service: # Powershell Add-WindowsCapability -Online -Name OpenSSH.Server* Start-Service sshd Set-Service -Name sshd -StartupType 'Automatic' New-NetFirewallRule -Name sshd -DisplayName 'OpenSSH Server (sshd)' ` -Enabled True -Direction Inbound -Protocol TCP -Action Allow -LocalPort 22 There are plenty of tutorials to do it through the GUI with Optional Features; given how much Microsoft is changing their menu options, you will need to look it up for your particular version of Windows.

  • Luke Barone
Luke Barone 14 January 2025 • 3 min read
SSH Agents
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SSH Agents

Summary: SSH Agents hold your SSH keys while you traverse to other SSH targets, without revealing your private keys. Longer Explanation The concept of SSH keys should not be lost on you; if it is, check out my post about SSH keys made easy. However, if your ~/.ssh/authorized_keys file is getting long, and especially if you’re the only user, then you could use an SSH agent to help out.

  • Luke Barone
Luke Barone 20 August 2020 • 5 min read
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