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wget — Basic Usage

Use wget for a standard administrative task.

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wget -O file.zip https://example.com/file.zip

Requirements 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 wget for a standard administrative task.

wget -O file.zip https://example.com/file.zip

Original command

Download a file.

wget -O file.zip https://example.com/file.zip

Common errors

Command not found

Confirm Linux with the referenced utility installed is installed and available in your current shell.