Copy-ready commandcp — Measure execution time
time cp -a /source/. /backup/Requirements and permissions
- Requirements
- Linux with the referenced utility installed
- Permissions
- Use sudo or root only when required
- Last reviewed
- 2026-08-01
Examples
Measure execution time
Measure the command execution time.
time cp -a /source/. /backup/Common errors
Command or option not supported
Confirm the installed platform version supports the base command and the added output or wrapper option.
Access denied or insufficient privileges
Run with the administrative role or delegated permission required by the underlying command.