How to Use ps Command to List Processes in Linux

 Introduction

While top provides live monitoring, the ps command gives a snapshot of processes. It's very useful for scripting and logging.

Step 1: Show All Running Processes

ps -ef

➡️ Lists all processes in full format.

Step 2: Show Processes for a Specific User

ps -u username

➡️ Replace username with the actual Linux user.

Step 3: Find a Specific Process

ps -ef | grep httpd

➡️ Searches for processes related to Apache (httpd).

Conclusion

The ps command is flexible for viewing process details and is often used in scripts.