- SSH (Secure Shell) is a protocol, a means for machines to communicate with each other
- It allows user (client) to share files, as well as control and modify remote computers (host)
- It is encrypted
- It uses a shell, which allows you to talk to the operating system
- HTTP (Hyper Text Transfer Protocol) allows you to send files, over the internet, between browsers and servers
- HTTPS is encrypted HTTPS
- FTP (File Transfer Protocol) allows you to send files as well
ssh {user}@{host}