Where Is Alias Stored in Linux?
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Aliases allow you to define new commands by substituting a string for the first token of a simple command. They are typically placed in the ~/. bashrc (bash) or ~/. tcshrc (tcsh) startup files so that they are available to interactive subshells.

How do I find my alias?

There are search engines, such as Whoozy, that let you look up an alias in multiple social networking sites at the same time. Go to Whoozy.com, enter the alias name in the search box, and press the “Search” button. The results web page displays any instance of that alias appearing in Whoozy, Twitter, LinkedIn and more.

Where is alias in Unix?

A new alias is defined by assigning a string with the command to a name. Alias are often set in the ~/. bashrc file.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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