Crone

A Cron, or cron job, is a scheduled task in Unix-like operating systems that runs automatically at specified times or intervals. Think of it as a personal assistant who performs routine jobs—like backing up files or sending emails—at predetermined times without user intervention. Cron uses a configuration file called a crontab where you specify the schedule and the commands to execute. This tool helps automate repetitive tasks, ensuring they happen consistently and reliably, saving time and reducing manual effort.