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Introduction
The scp command is used for securely transferring files between hosts in a network. It uses SSH for data transfer, ensuring that the data is encrypted.
Basic Usage of scp
Syntax
The basic syntax of scp is:
scp [options] source destination
Example
To copy a file from a local machine to a remote server:
scp file.txt user@remote:/path/to/destination
Advanced scp Options
Recursive Copy
Use the -r option to copy directories recursively.
Specifying Ports
You can specify a port using the -P option.
Conclusion
Mastering the scp command is essential for secure file transfers in Linux environments.