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uname: Print all available system information.
$ uname -a
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The command "uname -a" is used to display various information about the Linux operating system or kernel.

The "uname" command is short for "Unix Name" and is used to retrieve system information. The "-a" option stands for "all" and allows you to display all available information about the system.

When you run the "uname -a" command, it will output a line of information that typically includes:

  1. Kernel Name: The name of the operating system kernel running on your system, such as "Linux" or "GNU/Linux."

  2. Hostname: The name of the computer or network node on which the system is located.

  3. Kernel Release: The version number and release date of the kernel running on your system.

  4. Kernel Version: The complete version of the kernel, including the revision number and any additional information.

  5. Machine Architecture: The architecture or hardware platform for which the kernel was built, such as x86_64 (64-bit) or armv7l (ARM 32-bit).

  6. Operating System: Additional information about the operating system, such as the distribution name and version.

By using the "uname -a" command, you can quickly gather essential information about your Linux system, which can be useful for troubleshooting, determining compatibility, or understanding the configuration of your system.

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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