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gmkfifo:tldr:9e73a
gmkfifo: View documentation for the original command.
$ tldr -p linux mkfifo
try on your machine
The command "tldr -p linux mkfifo" is used to display a simplified and concise explanation of the "mkfifo" command in Linux.
Here's a breakdown of the components:
- "tldr" is a command-line utility for displaying simplified help pages for various commands.
- "-p linux" is an option that specifies the platform or operating system for which you want to view the command's explanation (in this case, Linux).
- "mkfifo" is the actual command that is being explained. It is used to create a special type of file called a FIFO (First In, First Out) or pipe in Linux. FIFOs are used for inter-process communication, allowing data to be shared between two or more processes.
By using the "tldr" utility with the specified options and command, you will get a quick and condensed summary of the "mkfifo" command in Linux, allowing you to understand its usage and functionality without going through extensive command documentation.
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.