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lp: Print a file to the default printer.
$ lp ${filenamename}
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The command "lp ${filenamename}" is used to print a file using the "lp" command on a Unix or Linux system.

Here's an explanation of the different parts of the command:

  • "lp": The "lp" command is a Unix and Linux command used to send files to a printer for printing.
  • "${filenamename}": This is a variable that represents the name of the file you want to print. The actual name of the file will be inserted in place of "${filenamename}" when you run the command.

So when you run the command "lp ${filenamename}", it will send the specified file to the default printer for printing. Make sure to replace "${filenamename}" with the actual name of the file you want to print.

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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