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joe:tldr:0dbe9
joe: Open a specific file in read-only mode.
$ joe -rdonly ${filename}
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The command "joe -rdonly ${filename}" is used to open a file named ${filename} in read-only mode using the text editor called "joe".
Here's a breakdown of each component of the command:
- "joe": Refers to the name of the text editor program, which is being invoked.
- "-rdonly": A flag or option that specifies the desired mode for opening the file. In this case, it stands for "read-only mode", meaning that the file can only be read but not modified or edited.
- "${filename}": A placeholder that represents the actual name of the file you want to open with joe in read-only mode. You need to replace "${filename}" with the specific name of the file (e.g., "document.txt") you wish to view.
Overall, this command allows you to open and view the contents of a file using the "joe" editor without the ability to make any modifications.
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.