Tag: scheduled scripts
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Cron Jobs
Cron jobs are a powerful feature in Unix-like operating systems, enabling the automation of scheduled tasks. They allow system administrators and developers to execute commands or scripts at specified times and intervals without manual intervention. These scheduled tasks can range from system maintenance operations to running backup scripts or sending out automated emails. Understanding cron…
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Cron jobs (process automation)
A cron job is a scheduled task that automates repetitive processes in Unix-like systems using the cron daemon. It is highly useful for managing periodic operations, such as system maintenance, backups, or data syncing. Cron jobs are configured in the crontab file, which uses a precise syntax to specify task timing. Crontab Syntax and Scheduling…