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SSHv2 Software - Pros and Cons


Secure CRT (Vendor FAQ)

Pros:

  • SecureCRT combines terminal emulation with strong encryption, broad authentication options, and data integrity of the Secure Shell protocol.
  • SecureCRT provides secure remote access for SSH, Telnet, Telnet/SSL, RLogin, serial, and TAPI protocols, file transfer, and data tunneling.
  • SecureCRT features a multi-session tabbed interface with extensive session management and customization, including toolbars, menus, key maps, fonts, cursors, and color schemes.
  • Named sessions and firewalls let you create session-specific configurations.
  • Choose from a wide range of emulations including VT100, VT102, VT220, ANSI, SCO ANSI, Wyse 50/60, Xterm, and Linux console.
  • Save valuable time by automating routine configuration tasks with SecureCRTs powerful scripting capabilities.

Cons:

  • Highly configurable but can be confusing at times.
  • Available only via the Stanford Web Site.

Quest PuTTY (Vendor FAQ)

Pros:

  • Full SSH support for Symbian OS devices, PuTTY makes it easy to administer almost any Unix-based server.
  • PuTTY looks and acts like a classic SSH terminal, allowing users to establish a secure connection right from their mobile phones.
  • It supports versions 2 of the SSH protocol.
  • It also supports key authentication, though you'll need to generate keys with the PuTTYgen utility, freely distributed with the PuTTY for Windows platform.
  • This software is also free to download and use.

Cons:

  • Not enough Customizations. Does not allow multiple multiplexing sessions and lack of Kerberos authentication.


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