Linux vlock command

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The Linux vlock command is used to lock virtual terminals.

Executing the vlock (virtual console lock) command can lock the virtual terminal to prevent others from using it.

Syntax

vlock [-achv]

Parameter Description：

  • -a or --all Lock all terminal sessions. If you use this parameter in a full-screen terminal, the function of using the keyboard
  • to switch terminals will also be turned off.
  • -c or --current Lock the current terminal session. This is the default value.
  • -h or --help Online help.
  • -v or --version Display version information.

Examples

Lock a virtual terminal

# vlock

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