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jps: List all JVM processes.
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The command "jps" stands for "Java Virtual Machine Process Status Tool." It is primarily used to display information about Java processes that are currently running on your machine.

When you run the "jps" command in your terminal or command prompt, it will list the Java processes along with their process IDs (PIDs), allowing you to identify and monitor them. The output of the command typically includes the following details:

  1. PID: It represents the unique identifier assigned to each Java process.
  2. Main class or JAR file: It indicates the main class or JAR file being executed by the Java process.
  3. Arguments: It displays any command-line arguments passed to the Java process.

This command is often useful for diagnosing Java-related issues, identifying running Java applications, or tracking specific processes when managing Java-based systems.

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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