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What is PuTTY?

PuTTY is a free software application that provides SSH and Telnet capabilities for both Windows and Unix platforms, also acting as an xterm terminal emulator. This client application is compatible with various protocols such as SSH, Telnet, Rlogin, and SUPDUP, enabling users to establish remote sessions on computers across a network. Functioning primarily from the client side, it allows individuals to view and interact with remote systems seamlessly. For example, when you open PuTTY on a Windows machine and connect to a Unix server, a dedicated window appears for your use. Any commands you input into this window are sent straight to the Unix server, with the resulting responses being displayed back to you in the same interface. This capability means you can work on the Unix system as if you were right in front of its terminal, despite possibly being miles away. Besides this, PuTTY allows users to save configurations under named session profiles, while also providing the ability to adjust default settings for new connections. This adaptability enhances its utility, making it an invaluable tool for efficiently managing remote sessions, and its user-friendly interface further contributes to its appeal among users.

What is Alacritty?

Alacritty is a sophisticated terminal emulator designed for multiple operating systems, leveraging OpenGL to achieve superior GPU performance while providing practical defaults alongside extensive customization options. Rather than replicating existing functionalities, it seamlessly integrates with various applications to deliver a highly personalized user experience without sacrificing speed. It is compatible with BSD, Linux, macOS, and Windows, and although currently in beta, it has already become a preferred option for numerous users as their main terminal application. Among its standout features are Vi Mode, which allows navigation and selection creation through vi commands; a Search capability for locating text within the scrollback history; Regex Hints that highlight specific patterns for interaction using either mouse or keyboard; and Multi-Window support that enhances resource efficiency by functioning within a single process. The ongoing development of Alacritty indicates a commitment to expanding its feature set and enhancing overall performance, which will help maintain its appeal among terminal users. As it matures, the community eagerly anticipates even more innovative functionalities that will further solidify its position in the terminal emulator landscape.

Media

Media

Integrations Supported

Accops HySecure
Accops HyWorks
Azure Marketplace
KiTTY
OpenGL
PuTTYTray
TidyTabs
WinSCP

Integrations Supported

Accops HySecure
Accops HyWorks
Azure Marketplace
KiTTY
OpenGL
PuTTYTray
TidyTabs
WinSCP

API Availability

Has API

API Availability

Has API

Pricing Information

Free
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Pricing Information

Free
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

PuTTY

Company Location

United Kingdom

Company Website

www.chiark.greenend.org.uk/~sgtatham/putty/

Company Facts

Organization Name

Alacritty

Company Location

United States

Company Website

alacritty.org

Categories and Features

Categories and Features

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