# What Is the Secure Shell (SSH) Protocol?  ## Metadata - Author: [[cloudflare.com]] - Full Title: What Is the Secure Shell (SSH) Protocol? - Category: #articles - Summary: SSH is a secure protocol that lets users safely access and control computers remotely using encrypted connections. It uses cryptography with public and private keys to protect data and verify identities. SSH also supports tunneling to send data through restricted networks, making it useful for managing servers and transferring files securely. - URL: https://www.cloudflare.com/learning/access-management/what-is-ssh/ ## Highlights - The Secure Shell (SSH) protocol is a method for securely sending commands to a computer over an unsecured network. ([View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01kqp01m4gw01znqpym3wpwcaa))