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mpg321:tldr:dd1e6

mpg321: Play an audio source exactly N times (N=0 means forever).
$ mpg321 -l ${N} ${select} ${select1} ${---}
try on your machine

The command "mpg321 -l ${N} ${select} ${select1} ${---}" is mostly likely used to execute the mpg321 program with specific parameters.

Here is an explanation of the different parts of the command:

  • "mpg321" refers to the program or command being executed. In this case, it is the mpg321 audio player, which is used to play MPEG audio files.

  • "-l" is an option or flag for mpg321, which stands for "loop". It indicates that the audio file should be played in a continuous loop.

  • "${N}" is a placeholder for a variable or input value. It could be a number or any other value.

  • "${select}" and "${select1}" are also variables or input values that are placeholders. Their purpose and values would depend on the specific context or script in which this command is being used.

  • "${---}" is another placeholder or variable. It's difficult to determine its specific purpose without more context.

In summary, this command likely executes the mpg321 audio player, enabling a loop (-l), and using various input values or variables (${N}, ${select}, ${select1}, ${---}). The specific functionality or result will depend on the values assigned to those variables.

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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