How to Connect to and Manage a VPS from Windows

How a Windows user connects to a VPS depends on whether the server runs Linux or Windows. Here's both.

Connecting to a Linux VPS

Windows 10/11 ships with OpenSSH, so just type ssh root@your-ip in PowerShell. If you prefer a GUI, use PuTTY, the modern Windows Terminal, or MobaXterm.

Connecting to a Windows VPS

Windows servers use Remote Desktop (RDP). Locally press Win+R and type mstsc to open Remote Desktop Connection, enter the server IP, then the admin credentials to reach the GUI.

File transfer

• Linux: use scp, or WinSCP/FileZilla (SFTP) to upload and download;
• Windows: copy-paste directly in the RDP session, or map a local drive.

Security tips

• Change default ports and use strong passwords;
• Restrict allowed source IPs;
• Install system updates promptly.

Need help setting up remote access? Contact 00Shark support.