uname (short for unix name) is a computer program in Unix and Unix-like computer operating systems that prints the name, version and other details about the current machine and the operating system running on it.

What does Uname do in Linux?

The uname tool is most commonly used to determine the processor architecture, the system hostname and the version of the kernel running on the system. When used with the -n option, uname produces the same output as the hostname command. … -r , ( –kernel-release ) – Prints the kernel release.

What is the use of uname command?

Uname command is used to display basic information about the operating system and hardware. With options, Uname prints kernel details, and system architecture. Uname is the short name for ‘UNIX name’.