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script
The script command in Linux is used to record the output of a terminal session. It is a versatile command that can be used to troubleshoot problems, learn from previous sessions, and create documentation.
The script command is used in the following syntax:
The options are as follows:
-a: Appends the output to the file.-t: Timestamps the output.-c: Records the commands that are executed.-e: Executes commands in the session.-h: Displays help.
The file is the file that will be used to store the output of the session.
For example, to record the output of the current terminal session to the file mysession.log, you would use the following command:
This command will record the output of the current terminal session to the file mysession.log. The output will be appended to the file if the file already exists.
The script command is a powerful tool that can be used to record terminal sessions. It is supported by most Linux distributions.
Here are some of the benefits of using script:
It can be used to record terminal sessions.
It is supported by most Linux distributions.
It is a built-in command, so it is always available.
It is very easy to use.
Here are some of the drawbacks of using script:
It can be difficult to see the output of the session if the session is long.
It may not be as effective as some other methods of recording terminal sessions.
The script command is a powerful tool that can be used to record terminal sessions. However, it is important to use it carefully and to understand the potential risks before you use it.
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