Generating a key

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To generate a private key open the Key Manager by selecting the "File > Key Manager" option from the main menu.  The "Key Manager" dialog will be displayed.  Click on the "Generate" button. The "Generate key" dialog is displayed.

 

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Alias - Alias you wish to assign to the key.

 

Algorithm - The algorithm used in generating this key.  Valid options are RSA and DSA.

 

Key length - The length of the key in bytes.  Valid options are 1024 and 2048.

 

Valid for - The number of days this key is valid.

 

Common name - The name you wish to assign this key.  Typically the domain name this key will server e.g. ftp.domain.com

 

Organization - Your organization name.

 

Organization unit - The unit within your organization that this key will be used for e.g. IT.

 

Locality - Your city.

 

State/Province - Your state or province.

 

Country code - Your 2 character country code e.g. "US".