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emerge: Search the package database for a keyword.
$ emerge -S ${keyword}
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The command "emerge -S ${keyword}" is a command used in Gentoo Linux, specifically in the Portage package manager. Here is a breakdown of the command:

  • "emerge": The emerge command is used to interact with the Portage package manager in Gentoo Linux. It is primarily used to install, update, or remove software packages.

  • "-S": The "-S" flag stands for "search" and it tells emerge to search for packages matching the specified keyword.

  • "${keyword}": This is a placeholder for the actual keyword you want to search for. You can replace "${keyword}" with any specific package name or a keyword to search for related packages.

Overall, when you execute the "emerge -S ${keyword}" command, it will search for packages containing the specified keyword in their name or descriptions within the Portage package manager. This allows you to find specific packages or explore available options related to a particular keyword.

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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