PuTTY

PuTTY is a client program for Windows that provides access to remote computer sessions over a network. It lets a user connect to another computer and work with that system through a window on the local Windows machine. Text entered in the window is sent to the remote computer, while responses from that computer are shown in the same window. This allows the user to interact with a remote system without being physically present at its console.

PuTTY supports the SSH, Telnet, Rlogin, and SUPDUP network protocols. These protocols are used to establish remote sessions between computers. The program handles the client side of each session, meaning it presents the session to the person using the Windows computer. It is suited to users who need a direct command-line connection to another machine, including people working with Unix systems through a network.

In MirrorNest, PuTTY is listed for the Windows platform under Developer Tools. Its open-source license makes the program available under the terms associated with open-source software. The platform and category placement make it relevant to Windows users looking for a tool for remote computer access and network-based development work.

MirrorNest mirrors the official PuTTY build directly on its own storage. Before publishing, the mirrored build is scanned for malware. This gives visitors a catalog copy sourced from the official build while keeping the download within MirrorNest’s distribution system.