sh Command

Purpose

Invokes the default shell.

Syntax

Refer to the syntax of the ksh command. The /usr/bin/sh file is linked to the Korn shell.

Description

The sh command invokes the default shell and uses its syntax and flags. The shell linked to the /usr/bin/sh path is the default shell. The standard configuration of the operating system links the /usr/bin/sh path to the Korn shell. See Korn shell or POSIX shell built-in commands in AIX® Version 7.1 Operating system and device management for specific information about Korn shell features.

Flags

Refer to the flags for the Korn shell (ksh command).

Files

Item Description
/usr/bin/sh Contains the sh command.