logoff: Displays information about the actions performed. ...

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Terminates a session.

LOGOFF [sessionname | sessionid] [/SERVER:servername] [/V]

  sessionname         The name of the session.
  sessionid           The ID of the session.
  /SERVER:servername  Specifies the Terminal server containing the user
                      session to log off (default is current).
  /V                  Displays information about the actions performed.

The `logoff` command in Windows Command Prompt is used to log out a user. Here is a simple example of using this command: Example: Log out user:

logoff

This command will immediately log out the current user on the system. No additional confirmation will be requested. Optional parameters: - `/l`: Disconnects from a remote session or switches to another user login. Example with optional parameters: Log out user and switch to another user:

logoff /l

This command disconnects the current user session and displays the user login options to switch to another user. Note: The `logoff` command typically requires administrative privileges, especially if you want to log out of another user. Make sure you're running Command Prompt as an administrator if necessary and that you have the necessary access rights.

There are a few important considerations to keep in mind when using the `logoff` command: 1. Admin rights: Make sure you run Command Prompt as an administrator, especially if you want to log out of another user.

Right click -> "Run as administrator"

2. Secure ongoing work: Make sure all of the user's ongoing work is backed up before logging out. Unsaved data may be lost. 3. Active Applications: It is preferable to log in to a user account when no important applications or processes are running. Logging out can terminate running processes and applications. 4. Assignment to remote sessions: Using `logoff` with the `/l` parameter will disconnect from a remote session or switch to another user. Make sure to log out of a remote session if you intend to.

logoff /l

5. Security Considerations: Make sure that logging out of a shared computer is done in a secure environment. Ensure that no unauthorized users gain access to the system. 6. Scripting and Automation Caution: If you want to use `logoff` in scripts or automated flows, be careful to avoid accidental logoffs. 7. Note confirmation requirements: The `logoff` command normally logs out without additional confirmation. If you want to show confirmations before you log out, you can use PowerShell options or other scripts. These considerations should help ensure that `logoff` is used safely and according to requirements.