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Telnet and SSH are network protocols for remote access, with Telnet being older and insecure due to lack of encryption, while SSH provides secure, encrypted connections. Telnet operates on port 23 and is mostly obsolete, whereas SSH operates on port 22 and is widely used for secure communications. SSH is the preferred choice for remote system management, especially over the internet, due to its strong encryption and authentication methods.

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Telnet and SSH are network protocols for remote access, with Telnet being older and insecure due to lack of encryption, while SSH provides secure, encrypted connections. Telnet operates on port 23 and is mostly obsolete, whereas SSH operates on port 22 and is widely used for secure communications. SSH is the preferred choice for remote system management, especially over the internet, due to its strong encryption and authentication methods.

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Telnet and SSH are both network protocols used for remote access to computers or

devices, allowing users to control systems from a different location. Here's a


brief introduction to each:
Telnet:
Definition: Telnet (short for "Telecommunication Network") is one of the oldest
network protocols used to provide a command-line interface for communication with
remote devices over a TCP/IP network.
Function: It allows users to log into a remote machine and execute commands as if
they were physically sitting in front of it.
Usage: Telnet typically operates on port 23 and does not encrypt data, including
login credentials. As a result, it's considered insecure and is mostly obsolete
today.
Limitations: Due to its lack of encryption, any data sent over a Telnet connection
(including passwords) is vulnerable to interception, making it unsuitable for use
over unsecured networks like the internet.

SSH (Secure Shell):

Definition: SSH is a more secure alternative to Telnet, providing encrypted remote


access to machines.
Function: Like Telnet, SSH allows users to access and manage remote systems.
However, SSH encrypts the entire session, ensuring that sensitive data like
passwords and commands are protected.
Usage: SSH commonly operates on port 22 and is widely used for secure communication
in both enterprise and personal settings.
Advantages:
Strong encryption: SSH encrypts the data being transmitted, making it much more
secure than Telnet.
Authentication methods: SSH can use password-based or key-based authentication,
with the latter being more secure.
Secure tunneling: SSH can also be used to securely tunnel other protocols, such as
HTTP, making it useful for bypassing firewalls or encrypting web traffic.

When to Use:

Telnet: Although outdated and insecure, Telnet is sometimes used for


troubleshooting or in isolated networks where security isn't a concern.
SSH: SSH is the preferred choice in almost all scenarios involving remote system
management because of its security features, especially when accessing systems over
the internet.
If you're setting up remote access today, SSH is almost always the better choice
due to its security.

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