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The command "sudo timeshift --create" is used to create a snapshot of your system using the Timeshift application with root privileges.

Here's a breakdown of the command:

• "sudo" is a command used in Linux and Unix-like operating systems to run a command with administrative or root privileges. It stands for "superuser do."
• "timeshift" is a backup and restore utility for Linux systems. It allows you to take snapshots of your system's files and settings at a specific point in time, similar to creating a system restore point in Windows.
• "--create" is an argument or option provided to the "timeshift" command. It instructs Timeshift to create a new snapshot of the system.

By executing "sudo timeshift --create" in the terminal, you are requesting the Timeshift application to create a snapshot of your system's current state, including all files, user settings, and configurations. The administrative privileges granted by "sudo" are necessary to access and back up system files.