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Preparing SSH key-pair
Windows
Open __Command Line__ by typing `cmd` in menu start or in WIN+R.
Linux
If gui based, open __Terminal__ from __Applications__/__Utilities__ menu or usually CTRL+ALT+T key combination.
Mac
Look for __Terminal__ in __Applications__/__Utilities__ or type `terminal` in Search Spotlight
Generate OpenSSH key
NOTE: Providing your personal info is not mandatory and not advised. Skip through questions with enter leaving them blank.*
1. In terminal window type: `ssh-keygen -b 4096`
2. You will be asked to *"Enter file in which to save the key"*. Press enter for default location. (Advanced Users can customise that to their own ability).
3. If you already have key in given location don't agree to Override (Skip to **[Account Setup and Verification](https://discord.com/channels/932246672392740917/1223025940825641105)** section.
4. Set passphrase when asked to, this will encrypt your key and act as a password. (Not mandatory step but highly recommended.
5. On success you will see:
Your identification has been saved in .../.../username/.ssh/id_rsa. Your public key has been saved in .../.../username/.ssh/id_rsa.pub. The key fingerprint is: SHA256:xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx username@hostname The key's randomart image is
Proceed to **[Account Setup and Verification](https://discord.com/channels/932246672392740917/1223025940825641105)** section.
NOTE: Private key `id_rsa` is your unique identity, this file should be kept secret and never shared with anyone. Public key from pair is stored in `id_rsa.pub` file. This will be used to setup ssh authentication.*