# rtop [](https://gitter.im/rapidloop/rtop?utm_source=badge&utm_medium=badge&utm_campaign=pr-badge&utm_content=badge) `rtop` is a remote system monitor. It connects over SSH to a remote system and displays vital system metrics (CPU, disk, memory, network). No special software is needed on the remote system, other than an SSH server and working credentials. Only Linux systems can be monitored, and most modern distros will work. `rtop` is MIT-licensed and can be used anywhere with attribution. *`rtop`'s [home page](http://www.rtop-monitor.org/) has more information and screenshots!* ## build `rtop` is written in [go](http://golang.org/), and requires Go version 1.2 or higher. To build, `go get` it: go install github.com/rapidloop/rtop@latest You should find the binary `rtop` under `$GOPATH/bin` when the command completes. There are no runtime dependencies or configuration needed. ## contribute Pull requ ...