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tcsh: Start an interactive shell session without loading startup configs.
$ tcsh -f
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The command "tcsh -f" launches a new shell session using the tcsh (TENEX C Shell) as the default shell, and executes it in non-interactive mode.

Here's the breakdown:

  • "tcsh" refers to the TENEX C Shell, which is a Unix shell based on the C programming language. It is an enhanced version of the original C Shell (csh) with additional features and improvements.
  • "-f" option is used to specify non-interactive mode. When launching the shell in non-interactive mode, it means that it will not read input from the user through the terminal and will not display any prompts.

Using the "tcsh -f" command can be useful in various scenarios, such as running scripts or executing commands without the need for user interaction or when automating tasks.

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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