Remote Login Message

Remote Login Message

In addition to /etc/motd, the file /etc/issue is displayed to whomever logs in to a system over a serial line or the network. If /etc/issue does not exist, or is empty, no message is displayed.

Creating a Remote Login Message

The file /etc/issue is displayed before the login prompt is given to someone attempting to log in to a system over a serial line or the network. If /etc/issue does not exist, or is empty, no message is displayed. This is essentially different from /etc/motd because it is displayed before the login prompt. This message is often used to notify potential users of rules about using the equipment; for example, a disclaimer that the workstation or server is reserved for employees of a particular corporation and that intruders will be prosecuted for unauthorized use.