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The command "cake cache clear_all" is used in the CakePHP framework to clear all cached files and data.

In CakePHP, caching is used to store and retrieve data, views, and query results to improve the performance of the application. However, sometimes it is necessary to clear the cache, especially when there are changes in the code, views, or configuration files.

The command "cake cache clear_all" is executed in the command line interface (CLI) of the CakePHP application. When this command is run, it triggers the caching system to remove all cached files and data from the cache directories.

This is useful in situations where you want to ensure that all outdated or invalid cached elements are removed, and the application starts fresh with the updated code, views, or configuration.

It's important to note that clearing the cache may temporarily reduce the performance of the application, as the system needs to rebuild the cache for subsequent requests. Therefore, it is recommended to clear the cache when necessary and not as a regular action.