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port: Upgrade outdated packages.
$ sudo port upgrade outdated
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This command is executed in a terminal on a macOS system, specifically using the MacPorts package manager.

Explanation:

  • sudo: The "sudo" command stands for "superuser do" and allows the user to execute commands with administrative privileges. It prompts the user for their password before proceeding.
  • port: This command is used in MacPorts package manager to manage the installation and maintenance of various software packages on macOS.
  • upgrade: The "upgrade" command is used to update the installed ports and their dependencies to the latest available versions.
  • outdated: The "outdated" option filters the list of installed ports and only displays those that have newer versions available.

So, when you execute "sudo port upgrade outdated", it will update all the installed ports on your system that have newer versions available.

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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