xo

Lint files in the "src" directory

$ xo

$ xo [path/to/file1.js path/to/file2.js ...]

$ xo --fix

$ xo --space

$ xo --prettier

xo [options] host program [arguments...]

host
    The hostname or IP address of the remote server.

program
    The name of the X11 application to run on the remote server.

[arguments...]
    Optional arguments to be passed to the remote application.

The `xo` command simplifies running graphical X11 applications remotely using SSH. It automates the SSH connection setup, X11 forwarding, and execution of the specified application on the remote host. This eliminates the need to manually configure SSH tunnels or handle X11 forwarding settings.

The primary benefit of `xo` is its ease of use. Instead of remembering complex SSH command options, you simply specify the remote host and the application to run, and `xo` handles the rest. This makes it convenient for users who frequently access graphical applications on remote servers or virtual machines. It abstracts away much of the complexity associated with secure remote access to graphical programs. `xo` ensures that X11 traffic is properly forwarded through a secure SSH tunnel, protecting against eavesdropping and unauthorized access.

Note that the remote host must have an X server running (typically the X Window System) and properly configured to accept remote connections from the local machine.

The remote host must have an X server running and configured for remote access (X11 forwarding enabled). The user needs SSH access to the remote host and proper X authority configured.

While `xo` simplifies X11 forwarding via SSH, it's crucial to ensure that SSH itself is properly configured and secured. Use strong passwords or SSH keys for authentication. Additionally, be cautious about granting X11 forwarding to untrusted hosts, as it can potentially expose your local X server to security risks.

While `xo` itself might not have a long or well-documented history as a standard Linux command, it likely originated as a wrapper script or custom utility to simplify X11 forwarding over SSH. Its usage has increased with the growing popularity of remote servers and virtual machines where graphical applications need to be accessed remotely through secure means.

ssh(1), xauth(1), xhost(1)