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The ps command is a command line utility that helps you view details of currently-running processes with options to kill or terminate processes that are not behaving normally..
What does ps mean terminal?
The ps (i.e., process status) command is used to provide information about the currently running processes, including their process identification numbers (PIDs). A process, also referred to as a task, is an executing (i.e., running) instance of a program.
What are the ps command options?
Options
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| -d | Displays all processes with the exception of session leaders. |
| -e | Displays all processes. |
| -f | Displays a full listing. |
| -glist | Displays data for the list of group leader IDs. |
