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  1. The term TTY stands for teletypewriter, a device from the 1800s used for sending typed messages over long distances. In the context of Linux, TTY refers to terminal devices that allow users to interact with the system by sending inputs and receiving outputs.

    The tty Command

    The tty command in Linux is used to print the file name of the terminal connected to the standard input. This command is particularly useful in scripting and managing terminal sessions, as it helps identify and verify the active terminal.

    Basic Usage

    To use the tty command, simply type tty in the terminal:

    tty

    This will output the name of the terminal device, such as /dev/tty1 or /dev/pts/2.

    Common Options

    1. Silent Mode: The -s or --silent option makes the command run silently, printing nothing but returning an exit status. tty -s The exit statuses are: 0: Standard input is a terminal. 1: Standard input is not a terminal. 2: Incorrect arguments. 3: Write error^3^.

    2. Help: The --help option displays a help message with information about the tty command and its available options. tty --help

    3. Version: The --version option shows the version information of the tty command. tty --version

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