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$ tldr -p linux df
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The command "tldr -p linux df" is composed of three parts: "tldr", "-p linux", and "df".

  1. "tldr" stands for "Too Long; Didn't Read" and it is a command-line utility that provides simplified and concise explanations for various commands. It helps users quickly understand how to use a command without going through its entire manual page.

  2. "-p linux" is an option or flag for the "tldr" command. In this case, it specifies that the command being queried belongs to the Linux operating system. It is necessary to specify the operating system to get the command-specific explanation.

  3. "df" stands for "disk free" and it is a Linux command used to display the amount of disk space used and available on filesystems. It shows various statistics, such as total, used, and available disk space in blocks or in human-readable format.

Putting it all together, the command "tldr -p linux df" is requesting a concise explanation and usage guide for the "df" command specific to the Linux operating system from the "tldr" utility.

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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