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ERASE
PURPOSE:
The "erase" command deletes specified files. Be
aware however that once you have erased a file from
your disk you cannot recover it.
NOTE:
When using the erase command, "erase" can be substituted
with "del" if you so desire.
COMMAND: USAGE:
erase *.* Deletes all the files in the working
directory. The screen then shows the
question:
Are you sure?
Type Y (for yes) to delete the files or N to
cancel the command.
OTHER EXAMPLES:
To erase a file named "paycheck" type:
erase paycheck
To erase a file named "paycheck.txt" type:
erase paycheck.txt
If you want to delete all the rest of the files
that begin with the name "paycheck" and include
extentions, such as "paycheck.may" or "paycheck.jun"
type:
erase paycheck.*