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Docs: update SSH Authentication (ssh.rst)
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Use your Nitrokey 3A NFC for secure SSH login to servers, GitLab, or GitHub.
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Use your Nitrokey for secure SSH login to servers, GitLab, or GitHub.
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The private key is generated and safely stored inside the device, ensuring it never leaves the hardware.
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Authentication requires a physical touch of the Nitrokey, providing strong protection against phishing and unauthorized access.
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**SSH (Secure Shell)** is a network protocol used to securely access and manage remote systems, such as servers or code repositories.
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It uses cryptographic key pairs for authentication, allowing passwordless logins while maintaining strong security.
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Requirements
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1. Nitrokey 3A NFC set up (FIDO2 enabled, optional PIN set)
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2. OpenSSH 8.2+ on your computer (adds FIDO2 ``*-sk`` key support)
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Generating SSH Key
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1. Insert the Nitrokey 3A NFC into your computer.
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1. Insert the Nitrokey into your computer.
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2. Open a terminal and execute the following command, replacing "your_comment" with a note to identify your key (e.g., "Nitrokey GitLab"). The -C "your_comment" parameter is optional — it only adds a label for identification (e.g., in GitLab or GitHub), and the command will work normally without it.
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