sw_vers:tldr:967ef

sw_vers: Print only the build identifier.

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$ sw_vers -buildVersion

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The command "sw_vers -buildVersion" is used to display the build version of the operating system on macOS or OS X.

When executed in the terminal, the "sw_vers" command is followed by the option "-buildVersion", which specifies that we want to obtain the build version information.

The build version refers to a unique identifier given to different releases or updates of the operating system. It is essentially a code that distinguishes one version of macOS or OS X from another, even if they have the same name or release number.

By running this command, you will obtain the specific build version of the macOS or OS X currently installed on your system, which can be useful for troubleshooting, compatibility checking, or verifying the system's update history.

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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