openssh is an open source version of the SSH secure shell system - installs in /usr/local.
Openssh also requires the installation of the packages OpenSSL 0.9.6g(do not use the older 0.9.6b-f packages), zlib, and optionally the tcp_wrappers package. You MUST read the OpenSSH installation page for installation details and helpful web sites.
openssh is often used to make machines more secure. Make sure you know what you are doing. Any security problems are your responsiblitiy. The main ssh web site is at the [Details] link below. It is also important that you read the Disclaimer by sunfreeware