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The command "tldr -p linux md5sum" is a combination of two commands: "tldr" and "md5sum".
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"tldr" stands for "Too Long, Didn't Read" and is a command-line tool that provides concise and simplified explanations of other commands. It is typically used when you need a quick understanding of a command's usage and functionality.
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"md5sum" is a command used in Linux to calculate the MD5 hash value (checksum) of a file. MD5 is a commonly used cryptographic hash function that generates a fixed-size string of letters and numbers based on the content of a file. This value is unique to the file's content, and even a small change in the file will result in a significantly different hash.
By using "tldr -p linux md5sum" together, you are requesting a short and practical summary of the "md5sum" command specific to Linux. This can be helpful if you want a quick reminder or introduction to how to use the command for generating MD5 hash values in Linux.