RHEL Linux - Red Hat System Administration Practice Exam

If you want to close a remote connection, other than shutting down the remote system you can use the command _____

1. close

2. kill ssh

3. exit

4. none of the above

The correct answer is: exit

Using the command "exit" is the correct way to close a remote connection in a terminal session. When you are logged into a remote system via SSH (Secure Shell), entering "exit" in the command line will terminate your session and return you to your local terminal. This effectively closes the remote connection without shutting down the remote system. The command "exit" is a standard shell command used in many Unix-like operating systems, including RHEL (Red Hat Enterprise Linux). It is important because it ensures that all processes and activities initiated during the session are properly concluded, and resources are freed. Closing a session with "exit" is a clean and efficient method to disconnect while preserving any session history and settings that might be needed for the next connection. This command is widely supported and easily understood, making it a reliable choice for users.