Sorry guys this isn't game development but i've already exhausted all my resources (google :P ). Okay, so here's a overview. I need remotely connect to a linux based machine from my windows machine via vb.net I've already tried PuTTy but that requires me to enter the username and password after establishing the connection. Maybe if there's a way i can hardcode the username and password so that it auto logins on opening? I really need help doing this so any form of help is really appreciated. BTW pls don't get angry im on the wrong list, you guys were the best help i got before for something else so i thought i'd give this a shot Thanks, Suvamsh