Copy-ready commanduname — Basic Usage
uname -aRequirements and permissions
- Requirements
- Linux with the referenced utility installed
- Permissions
- Use sudo or root only when required
- Last reviewed
- 2026-07-31
Examples
Basic Usage
Use uname for a standard administrative task.
uname -aOriginal command
Display kernel and architecture information.
uname -aCommon errors
Command not found
Confirm Linux with the referenced utility installed is installed and available in your current shell.