SecureCRT

SecureCRT is a commercial terminal emulator and SSH client produced by VanDyke Software. It is used primarily by network administrators, IT professionals, and developers for securely accessing remote servers and devices using protocols such as SSH (Secure Shell), Telnet, Rlogin, Serial, and TAPI.

Key Features:

• Secure Remote Access: Provides secure encrypted connections using SSH1, SSH2, and TLS protocols.

• Multiple Session Management: Allows users to open and manage multiple sessions simultaneously, each in its own tab or window.

• Customization: Offers a high degree of customization, allowing users to configure the terminal appearance, keyboard mappings, scripting, and more.

• Scripting Support: Supports scripting using languages such as VBScript and Python to automate repetitive tasks.

• File Transfer: Integrates with SecureFX (another VanDyke Software product) for secure file transfer. Also supports Zmodem, Xmodem, and Ymodem.

• Emulation Support: Emulates various terminals, including VT100, VT102, VT220, ANSI, Wyse 50/60, Xterm, and Linux console, providing compatibility with a wide range of systems.

• Password and Key Management: Provides tools for managing SSH keys and storing passwords securely.

• Port Forwarding: Supports port forwarding (tunneling) for secure access to applications and services behind firewalls.

• GUI Interface: Offers a graphical user interface (GUI) for managing connections and configurations.

• Cross-Platform Availability: Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems.

History:

SecureCRT was first released by VanDyke Software in the late 1990s as a Windows-based terminal emulator. Over the years, it has been continuously developed and updated with new features and security enhancements. VanDyke Software also offers SecureFX, a complementary secure file transfer client, and other networking utilities.