.BASH_HISTORY File Extension

Bash Shell History File

Files with bash_history extension are related to Bash shell program for Unix. The bash_history file contains previous commands entered in the shell. The system should not cease without it. Files with ...

General Information

Title .bash_history File Extension
Extension .bash_history
Full Form Bash Shell History File
File Type Text File
Developer GNU Project
MIME Type text/plain

File Function

Primary Function Store commands
Additional Functions Command recall, Script creation

File Characteristics

Quality Plain text
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Command History Yes
Re-execution Yes
Learning Tool Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Sensitive data exposure
Best Practices Regular clearing, Permissions management

Historical/Version Information

Associated with Bash release
File Persistence Long-term

Associated Types

Similar Files .sh, .bashrc, .bash_profile

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
GNU Bash Free Unix-like
Cygwin Free Windows