Want to show system information at login in Linux—without relying on neofetch?
In this hands-on Linux project, you’ll build a custom Message of the Day (MOTD) that displays live system info every time you log in.

This video is designed as a learn-by-doing Linux project. You’ll write a Bash script, create a systemd service, and set up a systemd timer to automatically regenerate your MOTD. By the end, you’ll have a clean, professional login message that works across reboots and logins—no manual commands required.

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02:56 - MOTD Explained: A Neofetch Alternative at Login
07:23 - Bash Script Project: Generate a Custom MOTD
11:05 - systemd Service for MOTD Automation
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18:24 - systemd Timer: Update MOTD Automatically
23:14 - Fun MOTD Feature: Add a "Joke of the Day"

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A hands-on walkthrough for building a custom Linux Message of the Day (MOTD) that displays system information on login. The guide covers writing a Bash script using `hostnamectl` and `printf` to populate `/etc/motd`, creating a systemd service unit of type `oneshot` to run the script, and setting up a systemd timer to regenerate the MOTD automatically (e.g., every hour). Key concepts include file redirection, chmod, systemctl enable/start, and the difference between enabling a service vs. a timer. A bonus section shows how to add an optional daily joke using the `fortune` package, guarded by an if-statement that checks for the binary's existence.

Build a Custom Linux MOTD with Bash and systemd!