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The command "wpm" stands for "words per minute." It is commonly used in typing and shorthand contexts to measure the speed at which a person can type or transcribe words.

In typing, WPM refers to the number of words that a person can accurately type within one minute. It is a measure of typing proficiency and speed. The higher the WPM, the faster and more efficient a person is at typing.

For shorthand, WPM refers to the number of words that can be accurately transcribed from shorthand symbols into full words within one minute. Shorthand is a writing system that uses abbreviated symbols to represent words or phrases, allowing for faster note-taking or transcribing.

Typically, to measure WPM, a person is provided with a text to type or transcribe. They then start a timer and begin typing or transcribing. After one minute, they stop and count the number of words they were able to accurately complete. This count is their WPM score.

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