⚠️ This guide does NOT use individual SSH keys, which is recommended for security purposes. This guide also does not show the usage of password-protected keys, you should use password-protection.
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Bastion server: Sometimes called a "jump server", this server is reachable by your laptop. Sometimes the bastion server is protected by a VPN, sometimes not but should always have a firewall. This is essentially your front door. Always lock your doors.
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SSH Agent: This is a program that runs on your laptop and keeps your SSH private keys loaded in memory.
eval $(ssh-agent)
- SSH Keys: These consist of 2 parts