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namei: Display the results in a long-listing format.
$ namei --long ${path-to-a} ${path-to-b} ${path-to-c}
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The command "namei --long ${path-to-a} ${path-to-b} ${path-to-c}" is used to display a detailed listing of the path to a file or directory. It provides information about each component of the given paths, such as whether it is a directory or a file, its permissions, and the owner.

Here is a breakdown of the command:

  • "namei": Command to display the detailed path information.
  • "--long": Option to show a long listing format that includes additional details.
  • "${path-to-a} ${path-to-b} ${path-to-c}": The paths of the files or directories that you want to get detailed information about. Replace "${path-to-a}", "${path-to-b}", and "${path-to-c}" with the actual paths you want to inspect.

By executing this command, you will receive a detailed output for each given path, describing the components of those paths.

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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