tlp:tldr:7a4d9

tlp: Apply settings (according to the actual power source).

$ sudo tlp start

try on your machine

The command "sudo tlp start" is used in Linux-based operating systems to start the TLP (TLP - Advanced Power Management) service with administrative privileges.

TLP is a power management tool designed for laptops that optimizes power consumption to improve battery life and reduce overheating. It provides various settings and tweaks to manage different hardware components such as CPU, GPU, battery, and more.

When the command "sudo tlp start" is executed, it instructs the system to initiate the TLP service and apply the power management settings configured in the TLP configuration file, typically located in "/etc/default/tlp". The "sudo" part before the command is used to run the command with superuser (administrative) privileges, as TLP requires root permission to control power-related settings.

By starting the TLP service, the power management features provided by TLP are activated, enabling the system to optimize power usage based on the defined settings.

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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