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The command "tldr update-alternatives" is used to get a simplified and concise explanation of how the "update-alternatives" command works.
"update-alternatives" is a command-line tool used in many Linux distributions that manages symlinks for programs or commands with multiple versions installed on a system. These symlinks determine which version of a program will be used as the default option.
The "update-alternatives" command provides a convenient way to switch between different versions of a program, link or unlink it with the alternatives system, and update the system-wide default selection.
When you run "tldr update-alternatives", you will get an easily understandable summary of the command's purpose, syntax, and common use cases, helping you quickly grasp its functionality without going through the detailed manual pages.