Hosting an SSH Server
a day ago
- Author wanted a remote server and used a spare laptop, home router, and free time.
- Installed an SSH server on the old laptop and modified the default configuration.
- Created an SSH key and copied it to the new computer for authentication.
- Forwarded port 666 on the router to port 666 on the server to allow external access.
- SSH worked successfully via IP address and port forwarding.
- Appendix includes tips for fixing networking on old laptops and specifying SSH ports more elegantly.