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btrfs-rescue:tldr:81f45
The command "sudo btrfs rescue zero-log ${path-to-partition}" is used to fix a specific issue with the Btrfs file system.
Btrfs is a modern file system for Linux that offers advanced features like snapshotting, checksumming, and dynamic resizing. However, there are cases where the log of a Btrfs file system can become corrupted or damaged, leading to issues with data integrity or even preventing the file system from mounting properly.
The "sudo" part in the command indicates that it should be executed with administrative privileges.
The "btrfs rescue zero-log" part refers to the specific btrfs rescue subcommand called "zero-log". This command is used to zero out the log tree of a Btrfs file system.
The "${path-to-partition}" is a placeholder representing the actual path or device file of the Btrfs partition that you want to fix. You need to replace it with the correct value, such as "/dev/sda2" or "/mnt/mybtrfs".
By executing this command, the log tree of the specified Btrfs partition will be set to a consistent state by zeroing it out, which can help recover from certain issues. Please note that this command should be used with caution, as it directly modifies the file system and can lead to data loss if not used correctly or inappropriately.