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The command "iperf -s" is used to start an iperf server. Here is a breakdown of each component:

  • "iperf": This is the name of the command-line utility used for measuring network performance. It allows you to measure bandwidth, throughput, and various other network parameters.

  • "-s": This is a command-line option or flag that stands for "server mode." It indicates that you want to start iperf in server mode.

When you run the "iperf -s" command, it initializes the iperf server, which listens for incoming connections from iperf clients. Once the server is running, it waits for client requests to initiate a network performance test.

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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