Run the Installer:

• Locate the downloaded MSI file in your Downloads folder.
• Double-click the file to start the installation process.

Follow the Installation Steps:

• Follow the on-screen instructions in the installation wizard.
• Accept the license agreement.
• Choose the installation directory if prompted.
• Complete the installation by following the remaining on-screen instructions.

Launch PuTTY:

• Open PuTTY from the Start menu or by searching for it in the Windows search bar.

Configure a New Connection:

• In the PuTTY Configuration window, you will need to enter the connection details for the remote server.
• Host Name (or IP address): Enter the hostname or IP address of the remote server you want to connect to.
• Port: The default port for SSH is 22. If your server uses a different port, enter it here.
• Connection type: Select the appropriate protocol (SSH is the default and most common).

Save the Session (Optional):

• Under the "Session" category, you can save your connection settings for future use.
• Enter a name for the session in the "Saved Sessions" field.
• Click "Save".

Connect to the Server:

• Click "Open" to initiate the connection.
• A terminal window will open, and you will be prompted to enter your username and password.

Use the Terminal:

• Once authenticated, you can use the terminal to execute commands on the remote server.

Key-Based Authentication:

• For enhanced security, you can use SSH key-based authentication instead of passwords.
• Generate a key pair using PuTTYgen (included with PuTTY) and configure your server to accept the public key.

Logging:

• PuTTY can log your session output. Configure this under the "Logging" category in the PuTTY Configuration window.

Session Customization:

• Customize your sessions with different appearance settings, behavior, and keyboard options available in the configuration categories.

Troubleshooting

Connection Refused:

• Ensure that the server is up and running and that the SSH service is active.
• Verify that the hostname/IP address and port number are correct.

Authentication Failed:

• Double-check your username and password.
• If using key-based authentication, ensure that your private key is correctly configured in PuTTY.

Network Issues:

• Ensure that your firewall or network settings are not blocking the connection.

By following these steps, you should be able to successfully download, install, and use PuTTY for connecting to remote servers and managing your network. If you encounter any issues or need further assistance, feel free to ask!