How Do I Transfer Files from Linux to Windows Using Scp?
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To SCP a file to a Windows machine, you need an SSH/SCP server on the Windows. There’s no SSH/SCP support in Windows by default. You can install Microsoft build of OpenSSH for Windows (Releases and Downloads). It’s available as optional feature on Windows 10 version 1803 and newer.

How do I transfer files from Linux to Windows?

Using FTP

  1. Navigate and open File > Site Manager.
  2. Click a New Site.
  3. Set the Protocol to SFTP (SSH File Transfer Protocol).
  4. Set the Hostname to the IP address of the Linux machine.
  5. Set the Logon Type as Normal.
  6. Add the username and password of the Linux machine .
  7. Click on connect.

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How do I transfer files using SCP?

To copy a directory (and all the files it contains), use scp with the -r option. This tells scp to recursively copy the source directory and its contents. You’ll be prompted for your password on the source system ( deathstar.com ). The command won’t work unless you enter the correct password.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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