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Console output needs to be platform sensitive

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Description

Certain parts of OpenSSh core code needs to be refactored to take into account any output that is platform sensitive. Examples of inaccurate output on Windows

  • ssh-keygen
Enter file in which to save the key (C:\Users\nwelna/.ssh/id_rsa):
  • ssh
Add correct host key in C:\\Users\\manojamp/.ssh/known_hosts to get rid of this messag

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Start by reproducing the platform-sensitive output from the ssh-keygen and ssh entry points shown in the issue on Windows. Trace where the key-file and known_hosts paths are formatted, then verify that the resulting messages use appropriate Windows path presentation without degrading other platforms.

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Assessment

Tech stack
c
Domain
cli, operating-systems
Issue type
Refactor
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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