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whereis — Measure execution time

Measure the command execution time. Base task: Locate binary, source, and manual paths.

Copy-ready commandwhereis — Measure execution time
time whereis nginx

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 whereis nginx

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.