How can you test SSH credentials?

To test SSH credentials effectively, using PuTTY from the MID server is a reliable choice. PuTTY is a popular SSH client that provides a graphical interface for connecting to remote servers through SSH. It supports various SSH protocols and configurations, making it an excellent tool for verifying the validity of SSH credentials.

When you use PuTTY, you can easily specify the hostname or IP address of the server you want to connect to, enter the port number (the default for SSH is 22), and then input the login credentials. The feedback from the connection attempt allows you to confirm whether the credentials are correct and whether you can establish a secure shell session with the remote system. This straightforward approach simplifies the process of testing SSH logins compared to others that may require more complicated command-line interactions.

Other options listed might have different functionalities or limitations. While methods like using a terminal or an SSH client are somewhat valid, they may require familiarity with command-line operations, which may not be as user-friendly as PuTTY's GUI. PowerShell can also be used for testing SSH connections, but it might not be as straightforward or commonly utilized in environments where PuTTY is established.