Bash Shell Scripting- One-time task execution with at | scheduling job with at command to execute once

Bash Shell Scripting- One-time task execution with at | scheduling job with at command to execute once

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This video tutorial explains the differences between the AT and Crontab commands for scheduling tasks in Linux. It focuses on the AT command, providing syntax, examples, and various timing formats to schedule jobs. The tutorial demonstrates how to use the AT command to run shell scripts at specified times and how to manage scheduled jobs, including viewing and removing them.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the primary difference between the AT command and crontab?

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2.

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How can you schedule a shell script to run at 9:00 AM tomorrow using the AT command?

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What command would you use to schedule a job to run every day at a specific time?

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What is the purpose of using the control D command after entering a shell script in the AT prompt?

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Describe the syntax for scheduling a job using the AT command.

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What steps would you take to remove a scheduled job using the atrm command?

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Can you provide examples of different formats to specify timings for the AT command?

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