How to Install SSH Server on Windows 11/10 (PowerShell Method) | Remote Access Guide
Learn how to install and set up an SSH Server on Windows 11 or Windows 10 using PowerShell — quick and easy!
In this tutorial, I’ll show you step-by-step how to enable OpenSSH Server so you can remotely access your PC from another computer within the same network. This is perfect for developers, IT users, or anyone who wants remote command-line access.
We’ll also cover how to:
Start and manage the SSH service
Find your username and IP address
Connect via SSH locally and from another PC
Important network settings (Private vs Public)
Common mistakes to avoid
⚠️ Note: This video focuses on local network access only. Opening SSH to the internet requires additional security and router configuration.
00:00 Introduction
00:14 What SSH is used for
00:33 Why not expose SSH to the internet
00:45 Open PowerShell as Administrator
01:00 Install OpenSSH Server
01:40 Enable auto-start (optional)
01:58 Start SSH service (Task Manager method)
02:15 Test SSH locally (localhost)
02:40 Find your Windows username (whoami)
03:10 SSH login credentials explained
03:35 Connect using SSH command
04:00 Find your IP address (ipconfig)
04:20 Connect from another PC
04:40 Important: Set network to Private
05:15 Security warning for public WiFi
05:35 What you can do with SSH
05:55 Outro
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