nemo-connect-server

nemo-connect-server [OPTIONS]

--help
    Displays a help message with available options and exits.

--version
    Shows the version information of the nemo-connect-server utility and exits.

The nemo-connect-server command is an internal utility primarily used by the Nemo file manager, the default file browser for the Cinnamon desktop environment. Its core function is to facilitate and manage network connections for remote file browsing and transfers.

While not typically invoked directly by an end-user, this command plays a crucial role behind the scenes when a user attempts to connect to a remote server (e.g., via SFTP, SSHFS, or other supported network protocols) from within Nemo. It handles the underlying mechanics of establishing and maintaining these connections, often acting as an intermediary to the actual network protocols. This allows Nemo to present a unified and intuitive interface for accessing files located on remote hosts, making network resource management seamless for the user.

This command is primarily an internal helper utility for the Nemo file manager and is generally not intended for direct command-line execution by end-users. Its functionality is integrated into Nemo's graphical interface. Running it directly without the context of the file manager may not yield expected results or could lead to errors, as it relies on input and environmental variables set by Nemo.

nemo-connect-server is tightly integrated with the Nemo file manager. When you use Nemo's 'Connect to Server...' feature, this utility is likely invoked to establish the connection. It leverages existing system services and protocols to handle the actual network communication.

As an internal tool, nemo-connect-server typically does not have extensive command-line options for user configuration. Its parameters are usually passed by Nemo itself, based on the user's input in the graphical interface (e.g., host address, username, protocol type). Its lifecycle is often tied to the duration of the network connection it manages or the Nemo process that launched it.

nemo-connect-server was developed as part of the Nemo file manager project, which forked from Nautilus (Gnome Files) to serve the Cinnamon desktop environment. As part of Nemo's evolution, especially its focus on user-friendliness and comprehensive file management, robust network capabilities were essential. This utility was introduced to abstract the complexities of various network protocols (like SSHFS and SFTP) from the core file manager, ensuring stable and efficient remote file access within the Nemo interface. Its development reflects the ongoing effort to provide a seamless user experience for managing local and remote files alike.

nemo(1), sshfs(1), sftp(1), gvfs(7)