In this tutorial, you'll learn how to seamlessly connect to your Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Virtual Machine (VM) using SSH on both Mac and Windows systems. We'll guide you through generating and using SSH keys, ensuring secure and efficient access to your VM. Additionally, you'll discover how to leverage the same key pair for SFTP transfers using the Cyberduck software.
Key Topics Covered:
Connecting via SSH on Mac:
Generating SSH keys
Configuring SSH for GCP VM access
Connecting via SSH on Windows:
Using PuTTY to generate and manage SSH keys
Configuring PuTTY for GCP VM access
Using Cyberduck for SFTP:
Configuring Cyberduck with your SSH key pair for secure file transfers
By the end of this video, you'll have a solid understanding of how to securely connect to your GCP VM and transfer files using SFTP, enhancing your cloud management skills on both Mac and Windows platforms.