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Set up Git

At the heart of GitHub is an open source version control system (VCS) called Git. Git is responsible for everything GitHub-related that happens locally on your computer.

Connecting to GitHub with SSH

You can connect to GitHub Enterprise Server using the Secure Shell Protocol (SSH), which provides a secure channel over an unsecured network.

Creating and managing repositories

You can create a repository on GitHub Enterprise Server to store and collaborate on your project's files, then manage the repository's name and location.

Basic writing and formatting syntax

Create sophisticated formatting for your prose and code on GitHub with simple syntax.

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