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The command "pihole status" is used to check the status of the Pi-hole software running on a Raspberry Pi or other compatible device.

Pi-hole is a network-wide ad blocker that works by acting as a DNS sinkhole. It filters out advertisements and unwanted content before they can reach devices on a local network, improving the overall browsing experience.

When you run the "pihole status" command, it displays the current status of the Pi-hole software. This typically includes information such as the version of Pi-hole, the status of the DNS service, the number of domains being blocked, and some other relevant information.

The command is often used to quickly check whether Pi-hole is running properly, and if any issues are encountered, it can help identify potential problems or error messages that may require further investigation.