🖥️uname

➡️This is a command-line reference manual for commands and command combinations that you don’t use often enough to remember it. This cheatsheet explains the uname command with important options and switches using examples.

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# Print all system information
uname -a
# Linux system-hostname 3.2.0-4-amd64 #1 SMP Debian 3.2.32-1 x86_64 GNU/Linux

# Print the hostname
uname -n
# system-hostname

# Print the kernel release
uname -r
# 3.2.0-4-amd64

# Print the kernel version, with more specific information
uname -v
# #1 SMP Debian 3.2.32-1

# Print the hardware instruction set
uname -m
# x86_64

# Print the kernel name
uname -s
# Linux

# Print the operating system
uname -o
# GNU/Linux

# Get the running Kernel and Install date
uname -a;rpm -qi "kernel"-`uname -r`|grep "Install"

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Cheatsheets are an excellent complement to other information sources like Linux man-pages, Linux help, or How-To’s and tutorials, as they provide compact and easily accessible information. While man-pages and detailed tutorials often contain comprehensive explanations and extensive guides, cheatsheets summarize the most important options forthe command uname in a clear format. This allows users to quickly access the needed information for uname without having to sift through lengthy texts. Especially in stressful situations or for recurring tasks, cheatsheets for uname are a valuable resource to work efficiently and purposefully.

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