mods

Ask a generic question

$ mods "[write me a poem about platypuses]"

$ mods --settings

$ mods --format "[what are your thoughts on improving this code?]" < [path/to/file]

$ mods --format "[write a new section to this readme for a feature that sends you a free rabbit if you hit r]" < [README.md]

$ ls [path/to/videos] | mods --format "[organize these by decade and summarize]"

$ curl "[https://api.open-meteo.com/v1/forecast?latitude=29.00&longitude=-90.00¤t_weather=true&hourly=temperature_2m,relativehumidity_2m,windspeed_10m]" | mods --format "[summarize this weather data for a human]"

$ mods --help

As 'mods' is not a standard Linux command, there is no universal synopsis. Its usage would depend entirely on its definition as a custom alias, script, or its implicit reference to kernel module management tools. For kernel module management, refer to the synopsis of commands like modprobe(8), lsmod(8), or modinfo(8).

The term 'mods' (short for modifications or modules) is not a recognized standard standalone command in Linux distributions. It is highly likely that if you encounter 'mods' in a Linux context, it refers to one of the following:

1. Kernel Modules: In this common scenario, 'mods' is an abbreviation or a colloquial term referring to Linux kernel modules. Kernel modules are pieces of code that can be loaded and unloaded into the kernel upon demand. They extend the kernel's functionality without requiring a system reboot. Commands like lsmod, modprobe, insmod, and rmmod are used to manage these modules.

2. User-Defined Alias or Script: 'mods' could be a custom alias or a script defined by a user or system administrator for a specific task. This is common practice in shell scripting to simplify complex commands or automate workflows.

3. Application-Specific Terminology: In some specific applications or gaming contexts, 'mods' refers to user-created modifications to software. However, this is outside the scope of general-purpose Linux command-line utilities.

Therefore, to understand its specific function, one would need to investigate the context in which 'mods' is used, as it does not have a universal definition as a Linux command.

The most significant caveat is that 'mods' is not a standard, universally recognized Linux command. Relying on 'mods' without understanding its specific definition in a given environment can lead to confusion or errors. Its behavior will vary greatly, if it exists at all, depending on whether it's a custom script, an alias, or merely a colloquial term for kernel modules.

Given that 'mods' is not a standard command, its meaning is entirely context-dependent. Always verify the command's actual definition (e.g., by checking alias mods, type mods, or examining shell scripts) if you encounter it in a specific Linux environment.

Kernel modules are typically located in /lib/modules/$(uname -r)/, where $(uname -r) represents the kernel release version. These directories contain the compiled module files (often with a .ko extension).

As 'mods' is not a standard Linux command, it does not possess a documented development history. The concept it *might* refer to, kernel module management, has been an integral part of the Linux kernel since its early days, allowing for dynamic loading and unloading of device drivers and other kernel extensions. Tools like modprobe and insmod have evolved over time to provide robust and flexible module management capabilities, adapting to changes in kernel architecture and module dependencies.

lsmod(8), modprobe(8), modinfo(8), insmod(8), rmmod(8)