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# [Cheatsheet & Examples: tail](https://tech.mrleong.net/cheatsheet-examples-tail?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

The tail command is used to display the last part of a file, typically the last 10 lines by default. It is commonly used for monitoring log files or reviewing the end of large text files. Display the last 10 lines of a file Example Usage:tail filenam...

Sep 9, 2025 · 4 min read · tech.mrleong.net  
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