Linux shutdown Command - Quick Guide

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To shut down a Linux device, use the Linux shutdown command:

1. Press CTRL+ALT+T to open the terminal.

2. Type “sudo shutdown now” and hit Enter.

3. Enter your system password when prompted.

shutting down system with Linux shutdown command

The Linux shutdown command initiates a controlled termination of all running processes and saves data.

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Deyan Georgiev

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Deyan Georgiev is the managing editor at MSPowerUser. He is a certified cybersecurity and IoT technology expert, focused on data security.

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