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The command "ln -sf ${-path-to-new_file} ${path-to-symlink}" creates a symbolic link to a specified file.

Here's a breakdown of each part of the command:

• "ln" stands for "link" and is the command used to create links between files.
• "-sf" are options for the "ln" command:
  • "-s" creates a symbolic link instead of a hard link. Symbolic links are special files that point to another file or directory.
  • "-f" forces the link creation, overwriting any existing file or directory if needed.
• "${-path-to-new_file}" is the path to the file (or directory) that you want to create a symbolic link to. Replace "-path-to-new_file" with the actual desired path.
• "${path-to-symlink}" is the path where you want to create the symbolic link. Replace "path-to-symlink" with the actual desired path.

In summary, the command creates a symbolic link at the specified "path-to-symlink" location, which points to the file at the specified "-path-to-new_file" location. The existing file or directory at the "path-to-symlink" location will be overwritten if necessary.