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$ uprecords -w
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The command "uprecords -w" is used to update the list of uprecords, which track the uptime of a Linux system.

Specifically, the "uprecords" command shows a list of past system uptimes on a Linux system. It retrieves this information from the file "/var/lib/uprecords/uprecords.db". The "-w" flag tells the command to write any updates or changes made to the uptime records back to the database file.

In summary, running "uprecords -w" ensures that any new or modified uptime records are saved to the database file, allowing users to keep track of system uptime accurately.

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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