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The command "getent group" is used to retrieve and display information about system groups in Unix-like operating systems. It queries the system's group database and retrieves group entries from sources such as local files (/etc/group) and/or network directories (such as LDAP).

When running the "getent group" command, the system will retrieve all group entries available on the system and display information about each group. This typically includes the group name, group password (usually encrypted), group ID (GID), and a list of the users who belong to that group.

The "getent group" command is useful for administrators or users who need to retrieve a complete list of all groups that exist on the system, along with their relevant information. It can be used to cross-reference and verify group details and memberships.