pub extension indicates that this is the public key, to be shared with the server, rather than the private key which remains on your computer.) Now that the key has been generated it, use Notepad, TextPad or your favorite text editor and open Identity.pub. Select the OpenSSH Key format, and then save the keys in a convenient location on your local hard drive (the default location is probably OK).Ĭlick Yes when asked if you want to use this as your global public key. The comment could be used to remind you of the password, but must not allow others to guess it.
#SECURECRT 8.5.2 SEND COMMAND TO ALL SESSIONS PASSWORD#
Įnter a password for the key or, even better, a passphrase, along with a comment. In SecureCRT, click Tools, Create Public Key. SecureCRT and PuTTY are good alternatives, though neither of them can display graphics without forwarding them to a separate program like X-Win32 or Xming. (Recall that if you're connecting remotely and not using VPN you cannot use X-Win32. This article has instructions for SecureCRT, PuTTY, and Mac/Linux.