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I have a very strange problem. Here is what happens:

  • I log into one of my machines via SSH (server is Mac OS 10.5)
  • I start a program and while it is running I type (CTRL+C) to quit it (i.e. tail -f)
  • Afterward I cannot see ANYTHING I type
  • I can type commands (without seeing them) and execute them and see the output.

Does anyone have any idea what could be causing this?

Thanks!

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  • Do you get a prompt (i.e. PS1) when this happens? Or no prompt either? What happens when you press ^C repeatedly?
    – Daniel Beck ♦
    Jan 25, 2011 at 14:36
  • Yes, I do get a prompt. Also, I can change the prompt and the PS1 is fine. When I press ^C repeatedly nothing changes
    – Harold
    Jan 26, 2011 at 23:27

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Reset to default
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You might try typing "reset" in the terminal to reset the terminal settings.

Sounds like your stdout is getting redirected somewhere other then your pty.

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  • In some cases, you might have to press Ctrl-j before and after (and type reset blindly).
    – Dennis Williamson
    Jan 25, 2011 at 7:43
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As Kyle suggested, try to reset your terminal window - I´d suggest using the shortcut "cmd + R" for that though, assuming the computer from that your ssh´ing in is also a Mac.

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