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Bash
The most widespread Unix/Linux system shell
Description
Bash (Bourne Again SHell) is the most widespread system shell to date. It is the default shell on most Linux distributions and macOS (until Catalina). It provides scripting capabilities, job control, command history, and programmable completion.
AI Summary
The most widely used Unix shell, providing scripting and interactive command-line capabilities
Capabilities
- + Execute commands interactively and in scripts
- + Provide programmable tab completion
- + Support command history and job control
- + Offer extensive scripting capabilities
Use When
- → You need a universally available shell
- → You want maximum compatibility with shell scripts
Avoid When
- x You want a more modern, user-friendly shell (use fish or zsh)