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                 |  | UGU: Unix Guru Universe - Unix Tip #4551- August 27, 2025
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 : Today's Tip Unix Tip #4551- August 27, 2025
 
 
REWIND A TAPE FAST 
What's the fastest way to rewind a tape without
 using "mt" or other tape software?
 
 From a bourne or korn shell, Just type:
 
 $ < /dev/[tapedevice]
 $ < /dev/rst8
 
 and watch it rewind...
 
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