How can I change the message of the day on my Linux server?

How can I change the message of the day on my Linux server?

The message of the day (MOTD) is a message that is displayed to users when they log into a Linux server. You can change the MOTD message by modifying the "motd" file on your server.

Here are the steps to change the MOTD on a Linux server:

  1. Open the "motd" file in a text editor. The location of the file may vary depending on your distribution, but it is typically located at "/etc/motd" or "/var/run/motd".

  2. Delete the existing contents of the file and replace it with the message you want to display.

  3. Save the file and exit the text editor.

The next time a user logs into the server, they will see the new MOTD message.

You can also use the "update-motd" utility to update the MOTD on some systems. For example:

echo "Welcome to my server!" | sudo tee /etc/motd
‮ruoS‬ce:www.lautturi.com

This will overwrite the "motd" file with the specified message.

Note: The MOTD message is often used to convey important information to users, such as maintenance schedules or system updates. Be sure to update the message as needed to keep users informed.

Created Time:2017-10-28 21:38:53  Author:lautturi