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eject: Eject a cd drive.
$ eject -r ${-dev-cdrom}
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The command "eject -r ${-dev-cdrom}" is used to eject or retract a CD or DVD from the CD/DVD drive in a Unix-like operating system.

Here's a breakdown of the command:

  • "eject" is the command itself, which is used to manage CD/DVD drives.
  • "-r" is an option for the "eject" command that stands for "retract." It tells the command to retract the CD/DVD drive tray.
  • "${-dev-cdrom}" is a variable that represents the path or name of the CD/DVD drive. The value of this variable can vary depending on the system configuration. It is typically defined in the system environment or configuration files.

So, when you execute this command, it will eject or retract the CD/DVD from the drive specified by the ${-dev-cdrom} variable.

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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