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Sha256sum Command: Verify Sha256 Checksums From File
Use for verify sha256 checksums from file with Sha256sum. Exact CLI syntax to verify sha256 checksums from file using Sha256sum.
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Command Syntax
sha256sum -c <path/to/file.sha256>sha256sum -c <path/to/file.sha256>Command Breakdown
-c- Command Option
- Tool-specific option used by this command invocation.
FAQ
Purpose: Exact syntax to verify sha256 checksums from file using Sha256sum.
Test path: Replace placeholders and run destructive commands in a disposable workspace first.
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