less (Unix)
less is a terminal pager program on Unix, Windows, and Unix-like systems used to view (but not change) the contents of a text file one screen at a time. It is similar to more, but has the extended capability of allowing both forward and backward navigation through the file. Unlike most Unix text editors/viewers, less does not need to read the entire file before starting, allowing for immediate viewing regardless of file size.
less output in an x-terminal | |
| Developer(s) | Mark Nudelman |
|---|---|
| Initial release | 1984 |
| Stable release | 643
/ 12 August 2023 |
| Repository | github |
| Written in | C |
| Operating system | Cross-platform |
| Type | System utility |
| License | Dual-licensed under GNU GPLv3 and a custom BSD-style license |
| Website | www |
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