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http: Download a URL to a file.
$ http --download ${example-org}
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The command "http --download ${example-org}" is using a tool called HTTPie (or http for short) to download a file from the specified URL.

Here is a breakdown of the command:

  • "http" is the name of the tool or command being used.
  • "--download" is an option or flag provided by the http command. It instructs the tool to perform a file download instead of a regular HTTP request.
  • "${example-org}" is a placeholder or parameter that represents the URL from which you want to download a file. The actual URL should be provided in place of "${example-org}".

So, when you run this command by replacing "${example-org}" with an actual URL, the http tool will retrieve the file at that URL and save it to your local machine.

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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