network

Coordinates ssh, curl, nmap and Tailscale for remote Linux administration and diagnostics.

60|13|Updated Dec 22, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/plurigrid/asi --skill network
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: network
Source: https://github.com/plurigrid/asi/tree/main/skills/network
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/plurigrid/asi --skill network

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Network administration often involves juggling several tools (tailscale, curl, ssh, nmap) to manage hosts, test connectivity, and audit services. This Skill consolidates those tasks into a single, coherent guide you can activate.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Tailscale integration: Bring hosts into a mesh VPN and connect via ssh or http.
  • HTTP and data access: Use curl for API calls and file retrieval.
  • Remote access & port forwarding: SSH tunnels, forwards, and proxies.
  • Discovery: Quick host discovery with nmap and tailscale status.

Quick Start

Use the network skill to check connectivity to a host via tailscale ssh hostname and perform a quick nmap scan on a local subnet.

Frequently Asked Questions about network

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate network administration tasks across multiple hosts?

Network automation consolidates tools like tailscale, ssh, curl, and nmap into unified workflows. This Skill enables you to manage remote access, test connectivity, perform port scanning, and enumerate services across development, staging, and production environments through reproducible CLI commands.

Can I use tailscale with SSH for secure remote access?

Yes. Tailscale creates a mesh VPN that connects hosts securely, allowing you to access remote machines via SSH without exposing ports directly. This Skill integrates tailscale connectivity with SSH port forwarding and remote administration tasks.

How do I perform network discovery and port scanning on distributed hosts?

Use nmap for port scanning and service enumeration, combined with tailscale status for host discovery across your mesh network. This Skill provides the configuration and commands to perform quick reachability checks and audit services on distributed infrastructure.

What's the best way to test API connectivity and retrieve data from remote services?

Curl handles HTTP requests and file retrieval in automated workflows. This Skill shows how to combine curl with tailscale VPN connectivity and SSH tunnels to perform authenticated API calls and diagnostic requests across your network reliably.

Do I need separate tools for network diagnostics across development and production?

No. This Skill unifies diagnostics across all environments using the same toolset. It supports authenticated sessions, VPN-backed connectivity, and repeatable CLI outputs so you can apply the same automation patterns from dev through production without switching tools.

What are the prerequisites for setting up remote access with this workflow?

You need tailscale installed on hosts, SSH key authentication configured, network access to target machines, and familiarity with command-line tools. This Skill assumes authenticated VPN connectivity and SSH access are already available.