Software : Apple : Apple Terminal

Apple Terminal

Version
2
Platform
License Bundled
Category Utility

Description


Apple Terminal is an application that comes with Mac OS X. It is a terminal emulator that allows users to use Unix commands to access more functionality on their Macs.

The utility can be used to configure a Mac and script and program a number of computer operations. You can modify the Time Machine default backup periods, disable auto-restore, show hidden files in Finder and enlarge dock icons. Terminal allows you to customize a variety of preferences. You can customize tab behavior, shells, windows and shells. The interface is customizable too, as you can choose to apply different profiles to the interface, which includes the background image or color, text colors, window size, tab appearance, and keyboard actions.

Terminal is not recommended for casual OS X users. OS X has a stunning graphical user interface. However, it can be a helpful tool for customizing elements, performing tasks that may require additional software, and troubleshooting problems on your operating system. Apple Terminal is a useful command line utility for Mac OS X.

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