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dont-use-tail-f.mkd

Use less +F instead of tail -f

Why? You can switch stream and search mode without leaving less. For example, while reading a file stream you can make a regular search by hitting Ctrl-c and using slash (/) to seek for a word. To switch back to stream mode hit F.

To see all the options available just read man less.

Reference: Stop using tail -f (mostly)

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