Linux 101: man command

The man command, short for manual, retrieves the manual for the command you want to learn more about. The manual is divided into three parts:

  • Name: The name of the command and a brief explanation.
  • Synopsis: An example of how to use the command.
  • Description: A detailed description of the command and the arguments that can be used.

Note: This command doesn’t retrieve manuals for all commands; some commands do not provide this feature.


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