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MacSSH·Chapter10 233 Summary In this chapter, we've learned how to use SSH on a Mac, as well as how to take advantage of Mac-specific capabilities available in OS X, such as X11 forwarding and integration with the Keychain. Familiar SSH and Mac-specific capabilities come together to provide a powerful environment to manage multiple systems remotely in a secure manner. Furthermore, OS X's scripting capabilities using the AppleScript programming language can be an invaluable addition to your SSH bag of tricks. Solutions Fast Track Using SSH on a Mac Mac OS X includes its own build of the OpenSSH distribution. Standard SSH tools are ready to be used via the Terminal. Any Mac can be configured as an SSH server by enabling Remote Login via Sharing preferences. X11 traffic to and from a Mac can be forwarded easily through SSH for traversing firewalls and improved security.