Linux Processes Cheat Sheet/List processes with full format

Show all processes with PID, PPID, start time, and command.

Section: Process Inspection Basics

List processes with full format

bash
bash
ps -ef
Explanation

Show all processes with PID, PPID, start time, and command.

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