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Setting up SSH keys on macOS with Touch ID

Quality: 8/10 Relevance: 9/10

Summary

The article explains how to set up a macOS Secure Enclave–based SSH identity using Touch ID, including quick setup steps and a deeper look at how ssh-keychain.dylib enables signing with the Secure Enclave. It highlights security advantages such as non-extractable keys and biometric prompts, while noting usability trade-offs and device dependence.

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