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wtf

TLDR

Expand acronym

$ wtf [IMO]
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Search computer terms
$ wtf -t comp [WWW]
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SYNOPSIS

wtf [OPTIONS] ACRONYM

DESCRIPTION

wtf shows the expansions of acronyms. It looks up acronyms in a local database and displays their meanings.
The tool includes general acronyms and specialized categories like computer terminology.

PARAMETERS

-t TYPE

Specify search type (comp for computer-related)

CAVEATS

Database may not include all acronyms. Some acronyms have multiple meanings. Primarily Unix/hacker jargon focused.

HISTORY

wtf stands for "What The F..." and is part of the bsdgames package, originating from BSD Unix culture.

SEE ALSO

whatis(1)

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