PsExec Alternatives

PsExec is described as 'Light-weight telnet-replacement that lets you execute processes on other systems, complete with full interactivity for console applications, without having to manually install client software' and is an app in the network & admin category. There are 2 alternatives to PsExec for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, BSD, Flathub and PortableApps.com apps. The best PsExec alternative is PuTTY, which is both free and Open Source.

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    PuTTY

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    Free and open-source terminal emulator for connecting to remote systems via SSH, Telnet, and SCP. Portable with no installation required, providing lightweight functionality. Ideal for secure connections with features like command line support and customizable settings. Works offline effortlessly.

    114 PuTTY alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    • ReactOS
    • Flathub
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    • PuTTY is the most popular Windows & Linux alternative to PsExec.

    • PuTTY is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to PsExec.

    • PuTTY is Free and Open SourcePsExec is also Free and Open Source
    • PuTTY is LightweightPsExec is not according to our users

  2. Run as System

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    Run as System is the useful tool for testing computer startup scripts, or if you need to figure out the behavior of a program when run as SYSTEM.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
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