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How to check for zombie processes in Linux?

Understand the Problem

The question is asking for instructions or methods to identify zombie processes in a Linux operating system. A zombie process is a process that has completed execution but still has an entry in the process table, often due to its parent process not having read its exit status. To check for these processes, one may use specific commands in the terminal.

Answer

Use the command 'ps aux | grep 'Z''.

The final answer is to use the command 'ps aux | grep 'Z'' to check for zombie processes in Linux.

Answer for screen readers

The final answer is to use the command 'ps aux | grep 'Z'' to check for zombie processes in Linux.

More Information

Zombie processes are processes that have completed execution but still have an entry in the process table.

Tips

Make sure to use the correct flags with the ps command. A common mistake is not specifying 'aux' which provides the necessary details needed to identify processes.

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