Cloud & SSH
Explore secure cloud connections and SSL certificate generation
What is Cloud Computing?
Cloud computing means storing and accessing data and programs over the internet instead of your computer's hard drive. When you use services like Google Drive, iCloud, or AWS, you're using the cloud!
Benefits of Cloud Computing:
- Accessibility: Access your files from anywhere with internet
- Scalability: Easily increase storage or computing power
- Backup: Your data is automatically backed up
- Collaboration: Multiple people can work on the same files
SSH: Secure Shell
SSH (Secure Shell) is a protocol used to securely connect to remote computers. It's like a secure tunnel between your computer and a server in the cloud. System administrators and developers use SSH every day!
What makes SSH secure?
- Encryption: All data is encrypted during transmission
- Authentication: Uses keys or passwords to verify identity
- Integrity: Ensures data isn't tampered with during transfer
Interactive SSH Data Transfer
Watch how data is securely transferred from your computer to a cloud server using SSH encryption!
Your Computer
Local MachineCloud Server
Remote ServerTransfer Log
SSL Certificate Generator
SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) certificates are used to secure connections between web browsers and servers. Enter an IP address below to generate a simulated SSL certificate and private key!
📜 SSL Certificate (Public)
🔑 Private Key (Keep Secret!)
⚠️ Important: This is a simulated certificate for educational purposes. Real SSL certificates are issued by trusted Certificate Authorities (CAs) like Let's Encrypt, DigiCert, or Comodo.
Security Tip: Never share your private key with anyone! It should be kept secret and secure.
How SSL/TLS Works
When you visit a website with HTTPS (the padlock icon), SSL/TLS encryption is protecting your connection:
- Handshake: Your browser and the server agree on encryption methods
- Certificate Exchange: The server sends its SSL certificate to prove its identity
- Key Exchange: A unique session key is created for this connection
- Secure Connection: All data is now encrypted using that session key
This process happens in milliseconds every time you visit a secure website!
Real-World Applications
- System Administration: IT professionals use SSH to manage servers remotely
- Software Development: Developers use SSH to access code repositories and deploy applications
- E-Commerce: SSL protects your credit card information when shopping online
- Banking: Your bank uses SSL/TLS to protect your financial data
- Email: Secure email services use SSL/TLS to protect your messages