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check-support-status: Skip printing a headline.
$ check-support-status --no-heading
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The command "check-support-status --no-heading" is used to check the support status of installed packages without displaying any heading or column names.

In most Linux distributions, the "check-support-status" command is a part of a package management system like APT (Advanced Package Tool) or DNF (Dandified yum). It allows users to check the support status of the installed packages in their system, primarily focusing on security updates and patches.

The "--no-heading" option is used to remove the column labels or headings from the output. By default, when the support status of packages is displayed, it includes headings like "Package", "Security Status", "Support Status", etc. However, when the "--no-heading" option is used, it eliminates these headings and only displays the package information along with the respective status.

By executing this command, users can quickly get an overview of the support status of their installed packages, such as whether they have available security updates or if the package is unsupported. Removing the headings can make the output more concise and easier to read in certain cases.

This explanation was created by an AI. In most cases those are correct. But please always be careful and never run a command you are not sure if it is safe.
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