The wget command in Linux explained
The wget command downloads files from the web and can resume them. It is one of the most useful commands for anyone using a live USB drive or a fresh Linux install.
Syntax
wget [options] url
Examples
wget https://example.com/file.iso: download a filewget -c https://example.com/file.iso: continue an interrupted download
Tip
The -c option is handy for large ISO downloads on a weak connection.
Keep learning
New to the terminal? Start with Linux terminal basics. You can try every command safely from a live session: see how to try Linux without installing it. Run man wget in a terminal for the full manual.
Frequently asked questions
How do I see every option for wget?
Run man wget for the full manual, or try wget --help for a short summary.
Do I need sudo to run wget?
Not for your own files. You only need sudo when the command changes something owned by the system or another user.
Is it safe to practise wget on a live USB drive?
Mostly yes, because a live session starts fresh each time. Be careful with commands that write to your internal disk, such as rm on a mounted drive or dd.