Which command would you use to remove the VDO package and its associated kernel module?

Using the yum remove vdo kmod-kvdo command effectively removes both the VDO package and the associated kernel module from a Red Hat-based system. This command leverages the yum package manager, which is standard for managing packages in RPM-based distributions. The keyword "remove" specifically instructs yum to uninstall the packages listed—in this case, vdo for the VDO (Virtual Data Optimizer) utility and kmod-kvdo, its corresponding kernel module.

The benefit of using this command lies in its clarity and precision; it directly indicates the action of removing the specified packages. This is particularly important in environments where package dependencies and kernel modules are involved, as incorrect command usage could leave behind orphaned files or lead to issues with the kernel.

In contrast, while other terms like "erase," "uninstall," and "delete" might seem synonymous with the intent to remove a package, they are not the correct syntax for the yum command. The proper terminology according to the yum command documentation is to use "remove" for this specific action.