SSH Client

Absolute is also a powerful modern SSH client with built-in SFTP functionality, multiple terminal types and supports dozens of character sets.  And YES it also supports telnet and SSH1 when you absolutely need them.

Step-by-Step: Using Secure Keys (FIDO/WebAuthn) with AbsoluteTelnet/SSH

This guide walks you from zero → working login using OpenSSH Secure Keys (sk-ssh-*) on a hardware token (YubiKey, Nitrokey, SoloKey, Google Titan, etc.) with AbsoluteTelnet/SSH. Important behavior: AbsoluteTelnet does not generate or auto-discover Secure Keys. You must create the key stub with ssh-keygen, then tell Absolute which stub file to use for a given […]

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Introducing Secure Key (FIDO/WebAuthn) Support in AbsoluteTelnet/SSH

We’re pleased to announce that AbsoluteTelnet/SSH now includes support for OpenSSH Secure Keys (“sk-ssh” keys), adding modern FIDO2/WebAuthn hardware authentication alongside the PKI and smart-card systems AbsoluteTelnet has supported for years. This update brings AbsoluteTelnet into alignment with the security model used by recent OpenSSH releases, while preserving Absolute’s long-standing emphasis on user-controlled, predictable authentication.

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✅ ChaCha20-Poly1305 Now Available in AbsoluteTelnet/SSH

We’re excited to announce that ChaCha20-Poly1305, one of the fastest and most secure modern SSH encryption algorithms, is now fully supported in AbsoluteTelnet/SSH. This upgrade brings faster performance on all platforms, improved security, and broader compatibility with modern OpenSSH servers — especially on systems where AES acceleration is limited. 🔒 What Is ChaCha20-Poly1305? ChaCha20-Poly1305 is

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📰 AbsoluteTelnet/SSH 13.13 Released — Faster, Smarter, and Post-Quantum Ready

We’re proud to announce the release of AbsoluteTelnet/SSH version 13.13, the newest update to our trusted Windows SSH and SFTP client. This release introduces cutting-edge security features, improved file-transfer performance, and expanded compatibility with next-generation cryptographic standards — all while maintaining the rock-solid reliability AbsoluteTelnet is known for. 🚀 What’s New in 13.13 1️⃣ AEAD

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We’ve added first-class support for the 1Password SSH agent on Windows and streamlined ssh:// and sftp:// bookmark launching from 1Password into AbsoluteTelnet/SSH.

New in version 13.11! Windows-only for this guide. If you use another agent (OpenSSH or Pageant), those are still supported; this release adds a smooth path for teams already standardized on 1Password. Read the full setup guide for 1Password + AbsoluteTelnet on Windows →

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AbsoluteTelnet/SSH Adds Support for External Authentication Agents

We’re excited to announce that AbsoluteTelnet/SSH now supports external authentication agents! 🎉 This means you can now use your favorite agent—like OpenSSH Agent, PuTTY Pageant, or the 1Password SSH agent—to manage your keys securely. Unlock your private key once and reuse it across all your AbsoluteTelnet sessions without re-entering passphrases. Why this matters: We’ve also

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How to connect AbsoluteTelnet/SSH to a Synology NAS device

How to Connect AbsoluteTelnet/SSH to a Synology NAS using SFTP Connecting AbsoluteTelnet/SSH to Synology NAS Learn the simple steps to connect your Synology NAS device using the AbsoluteTelnet SSH client. Securely manage your files, access your NAS remotely, and unlock advanced configuration options. These instructions were developed specifically for the DS223j device, but should be

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