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How do you copy a Linode?

Last updated on December 18, 2022 @ 11:29 am

Copy a Linode is relatively easy. First, you will need to create an SSH key.

Follow the steps in this article to generate a key. Once you have generated the key, you will need to copy the public key to your Linode.

1. To copy the public key, open a terminal on your Linode and type the following command:.

  • ssh-copy-id

2. Once you have copied the public key to your Linode, you can log in to your Linode using the following command:

  • ssh

3. Once you have logged in, you will need to change your password. To do this, open a terminal and type the following command:

  • passwd

4. Finally, you will need to enable SSH keys on your Linode. To do this, open a terminal and type the following command:

PRO TIP: Do not copy a linode unless you are absolutely sure that you know what you are doing. Copying a linode can result in data loss and/or corruption if not done correctly.
  • sudo service ssh start

5. Once the SSH keys have been enabled, you can copy your files to your Linode using the following command:

  • scp

6. Once your files have been copied, you can log out of your Linode and log back in using the following command:

  • ssh

7. Once you have logged in, you can check to make sure if your files have been copied.

If everything has been copied correctly, you will see a list of your files.

Conclusion

Copying a Linode is relatively easy. First, you will need to generate an SSH key.

Next, you will need to copy the public key to your Linode. Finally, you will need to enable SSH keys on your Linode. Once your files have been copied, you can log out of your Linode and log back in using the following command: ssh .

Madison Geldart

Madison Geldart

Cloud infrastructure engineer and tech mess solver.