SCP
SCP
is an acronym for Secure Copy Protocol.It is a command line utility that allows the user to securely copy files and directories between two locations usually between unix or linux systems.The protocol ensures the transmission of files is encrypted to prevent anyone with suspicious intentions from getting sensitive information.SCP
uses encryption over an SSH
(Secure Shell) connection, this ensures that the data being transferred is protected from suspicious attacks.
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