How to Open Shell/Command Prompt in LINUX
Linux
The exact method of doing this varies with the distribution and version of Linux operating system in use. If you are looking at a graphical screen, the most common method of getting to a shell prompt is to press Ctrl + Alt + F2. You may have to log in.
Note: To logout, type
exit
and press Enter. To return to the graphical interface, press Alt + F7 .