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psgrep: Search using a simplified format (PID, user, command).

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$ psgrep -s ${process_name}

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The command "psgrep -s ${process_name}" is executed in a command-line interface or shell. Here's an explanation of each component of the command:

"psgrep" refers to the name of the command or script that is being executed. This command is not a standard command in most Unix-like systems but may be a custom script or program created by the user. It is likely a combination of the "ps" command, which lists current processes, and the "grep" command, which searches for a pattern in text.
"-s" is an option or flag that is specific to the "psgrep" command. Without knowing the specific implementation of the "psgrep" command, it's challenging to determine the exact purpose or meaning of this flag. Generally, command-line options modify the behavior of a command.
"${process_name}" is a variable or placeholder that should be replaced with the name of the process you want to search for. The syntax "${process_name}" suggests that the process name is stored in a variable.

In summary, this command is likely searching for a specific process by its name using a custom command or script called "psgrep." The specific behavior and output of the command depend on the implementation of this custom script.

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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