command

The command line tool "command" is a general term that refers to various command line utilities in different operating systems.

In Linux and Unix-like systems, the "command" is a built-in shell command that allows you to run a specified command without considering any aliases, shell functions, or built-in commands that might have the same name. It can be useful when you want to ensure that your command runs in its original form without any interference from the shell's settings.

In Windows, the "command" refers to the "cmd.exe" command line interpreter, which provides a command prompt and allows you to execute command-line applications, batch files, and scripting languages like Windows PowerShell. It provides various commands and functionalities for managing files, directories, running system utilities, and more.

Overall, the term "command" in command line tools typically refers to the fundamental interface for executing specific actions or programs through the command line interface, providing a way to interact with the operating system and perform various tasks efficiently.