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local - Create local variables

Overview

The local command create local variables.

Syntax

local [OPTIONS] [ARGUMENTS]

Basic Usage Examples

# Basic usage
local

# Get help
local --help

# Check version
local --version

Common Options

  • -h, --help - Display help information
  • -v, --version - Show version information
  • -V, --verbose - Enable verbose output (if supported)

Description

The local command is part of the system-info category in Linux systems. It provides essential functionality for create local variables.

Refer to the manual page (man local) for detailed information about all available options and usage patterns.

Common Use Cases

  1. Basic Operations: Simple usage scenarios
  2. System Administration: Administrative tasks
  3. Automation: Script integration
  4. Troubleshooting: Diagnostic usage
  • Other commands in the system-info category
  • System utilities for similar operations