logout

logout

The logout command in Linux is used to log out of a shell session. The logout command is typically used when you are finished using the shell and want to return to the graphical user interface (GUI).

The syntax for the logout command is as follows:

logout

There are no arguments for the logout command.

When you type the logout command, the shell will send a signal to the init process, which will then terminate the shell session.

Here is an example of how to use the logout command:

logout

This command will log out of the current shell session and return to the GUI.

The logout command is a simple but important command that you should know how to use. It is the way to log out of a shell session and return to the GUI.

Here are some of the benefits of using the logout command:

  • It is a simple command to use.

  • It is a reliable way to log out of a shell session.

  • It can be used to return to the GUI.

  • It can be used to terminate a shell session that is not responding.

If you are using a shell on Linux, you should make sure to learn how to use the logout command. It is a valuable tool for logging out of a shell session and for returning to the GUI.

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