NAME

file − determine file type

SYNOPSIS

file file ... 

DESCRIPTION

File performs a series of tests on each argument in an attempt to classify the argument.  If an argument appears to be ASCII, file examines the first 512 bytes and attempts to discern its language. 

BUGS

File often makes mistakes.  In particular, it often suggests that command files are C programs. 

Does not recognize Pascal or LISP. 

October 26, 1983  —  %W%%Q%%Y%