[Solved] What does the asterisk (*) symbol represent in a cron job schedule? - Ans: It means the job runs at every possible value for that time field | Raspberry Pi

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What does the asterisk (*) symbol represent in a cron job schedule?

AIt disables the cron job

BIt means the job runs at every possible value for that time field

CIt specifies the job runs only once

DIt comments out the cron job line

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand the role of asterisk in cron syntax
The asterisk (*) means "every" value for that time field, like every minute or every hour.
Step 2: Apply this to cron job scheduling
Using * in a field means the job runs for all values in that field, so it runs repeatedly at those times.
Final Answer:
It means the job runs at every possible value for that time field -> Option B
Quick Check:
Asterisk (*) = every value [OK]

Quick Trick: Asterisk means run at all times for that field [OK]

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