Ansible relies heavily on Secure Shell (SSH) as its communication protocol, allowing it to connect to remote machines without installing additional agents. Users generate SSH keys and configure connections through an inventory file. The basic workflow in Ansible involves establishing an SSH connection to transfer a temporary Python script for executing commands. Beyond connectivity, Ansible offers extensive modules for managing users and permissions across multiple servers, making it invaluable for system administrators and DevOps engineers looking to automate and secure user management tasks.
SSH is the backbone of Ansible, enabling secure, agent-less connections to remote machines for executing tasks without the need for additional software.
Ansible's basic workflow involves the Control Node using SSH to connect to remote hosts, execute temporary scripts, and manage all aspects of user permissions effectively.
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