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What is a SSH DSS key?
To explain why the public key is called ssh dss, you must understand that DSS is simply a document that describes the signing procedure and specifies certain standards. The original document is FIPS 186 and the latest revision in 2013 is FIPS 186-4. DSS is a standard for digital signing.
What is SSH RSA and SSH DSS?
So, if you're concerned about accidentally using SSH, DSA may be a better choice. In other words, the difference between RSA and DSA is in what each can do. RSA can be used as a digital signature and an encryption algorithm. Also, RSA is a block cipher, while DSA is a stream cipher.
What is the difference between SSH DSA and RSA?
DSA is faster at decrypting and signing, while RSA is faster at encrypting and verifying. So if you often encounter performance issues, it might be a good idea to look at where the problem lies (i.e., whether it's client-based or server-based) and base your choice of key algorithm on that.
