Unix Tip #4584- September 29, 2023


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TCSH AND RMSTAR


tcsh has a nice built in variable:
set rmstar

Whenever you type the command:

% rm *

The shell will ask you to confirm, this prevents you from deleting
all your files accidentally.

Add "set rmstar" in you .cshrc file for your own benefit.


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