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The tldr command is a shorthand for "Too Long; Didn't Read." It is a community-driven command-line tool that provides concise and simplified explanations of various Linux commands.

The cgclassify command is used to assign control groups (cgroups) to processes in Linux. Control groups are a kernel feature that allows the management and monitoring of system resources like CPU, memory, and I/O. By using control groups, system administrators can allocate resources, set limits, and prioritize processes according to their needs.

The cgclassify command, when used with appropriate options and arguments, allows you to specify a control group and mention the processes that you want to be a part of that group. This allows for better resource utilization and control over system behavior.

For example, the basic syntax of the cgclassify command is:

cgclassify -g <control_group_name> <process_id>

This command assigns the specified process (<process_id>) to the specified control group (<control_group_name>). Once a process is part of a specific control group, the system can apply the configured resource limits and policies to that group and regulate its behavior accordingly.

Note that proper configuration of control groups and understanding of their usage is essential to effectively utilize this command.