Mosh for Beginners: A Mobile Shell for Remote Access

2025-10-23

Hello! If you’re new to the world of remote server administration, you’re probably familiar with SSH — a reliable tool for connecting to remote machines. But what do you do when the connection is unstable: Wi‑Fi drops, you switch to mobile data, or your laptop “sleeps”? This is where Mosh (Mobile Shell) comes in — a “mobile shell” that makes remote work comfortable even in poor conditions.

In this article we’ll look at what Mosh is, why it’s better than SSH in certain scenarios, how to install and use it. Everything simple and step‑by‑step — for absolute beginners. Let’s get started!

085 | Keenetic as a VPN Server: Secure Remote Access

2025-08-17

Keenetic as a VPN Server: Secure Remote Access

The Remote Access Problem

When you’re away from home or the office, accessing local resources — such as a network-attached storage (NAS), server, or smart devices — can be challenging. Opening ports to the public internet is unsafe. The solution is to create a secure VPN tunnel, allowing you to safely connect to your local network from anywhere in the world. Keenetic makes this task simple by offering powerful and flexible VPN server functionality right out of the box.

Case Study: Configuring Port Knocking on MikroTik for Enhanced Security

2025-07-16

In a world where cyberattacks are becoming increasingly sophisticated, protecting remote access to servers and network equipment is of paramount importance. Simply opening ports for SSH, RDP, or web interfaces makes them targets for constant scanning and brute-force attacks.

Today, we’ll explore a powerful yet lesser-known technique that significantly improves the security of your MikroTik (and not only): Port Knocking. It’s not just about “closing ports,” but a smart system that makes your services invisible to most scanners and bots.