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The command "pkgmk -uf" is used in some Linux distributions to create a package from source code. Here is an explanation of the individual components of the command:
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"pkgmk": This is the command used to create a package from source code in some Linux distributions. It reads a packaging script and generates a package containing all the necessary files.
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"-u": This option stands for "update." When used with the "pkgmk" command, it updates the contents of the existing package. It overwrites existing files within the package with any changes made to the source code.
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"-f": This option stands for "force." It forces the creation or updating of the package, even if there are errors or warnings encountered during the process. It can be helpful when dealing with problematic source code files or when you want to ensure that the package is created regardless of any issues.
Overall, the "pkgmk -uf" command generates or updates a package from source code, taking into account any changes made to the source code and handling errors or warnings forcefully.