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How to check Linux kernel version

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linux kernel system-info

What command shows the Linux kernel version? I need to verify it for compatibility.

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# Show kernel version
uname -r

# Show all system info
uname -a

# Using /proc
cat /proc/version

# Show distribution info
lsb_release -a
cat /etc/os-release

linux_expert Bronze answered 9 months, 2 weeks ago

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