[Solved] What is the effect of appending & to a command in a Linux shell? — Ans: It runs the command as a background process | Linux CLI

Linux CLI - Process Management

What is the effect of appending & to a command in a Linux shell?

AIt runs the command as a background process

BIt schedules the command to run after reboot

CIt runs the command with superuser privileges

DIt pauses the command until user input

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand the role of &
Appending & to a command tells the shell to run the command in the background.
Step 2: Effect on shell prompt
The shell prompt returns immediately, allowing the user to continue typing other commands.
Final Answer:
It runs the command as a background process -> Option A
Quick Check:
Background execution means prompt returns immediately [OK]

Quick Trick: Ampersand runs command in background [OK]

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