Bash Shell Scripting - Shutdown and Reboot

This video tutorial covers the use of shutdown and reboot commands in a virtual machine environment using Oracle VirtualBox. It demonstrates how to execute these commands from the terminal, including scheduling shutdowns, canceling them, and using options like halt for a graceful shutdown. The tutorial also explains how to send messages to users during these processes and highlights the flexibility of these commands for system administration tasks.

What command is used to shut down the system immediately?

How can you schedule a shutdown for a specific time?

What does the '-R' option do when used with the shutdown command?

Explain how to cancel a scheduled shutdown.

What is the difference between 'shutdown -h' and 'shutdown' commands?

Describe the process of rebooting the system using the command line.

What options do you have when using the shutdown command?