kmutil:tldr:541d3

The command "sudo kmutil dumpstate" is used to generate a dumpstate file on macOS. This file contains information about the kernel extensions (kexts) loaded on the system, along with their current state.

Here's a breakdown of the command:

• "sudo": It is a command that allows a user with administrative privileges to execute commands as a superuser or root user. It prompts for the user's password before executing the command.
• "kmutil": It is a command-line utility on macOS used for managing kernel extensions.
• "dumpstate": It is an action performed by kmutil to generate a dumpstate file.

When you run the command, it will generate a dumpstate file with information about the loaded kexts, including their details, version numbers, and other relevant information. This file is typically used for troubleshooting purposes, particularly when debugging issues related to kernel extensions on macOS.