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The terminal is where everything gets done in linux.

So if this is true?

How can I start a .avi extension file format from the Terminal?

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In general you start any command from a terminal by entering the command.

So to edit a file with gedit

gedit file_to_edit

An .avi is no different, just a different command

banshee your.avi

You may use any media player you wish.

the only thing is an avi itself is a container, so you may need to install some codics. codics are the tools to play mp3 and other audio visual files.

this link may help

LinuxCommand

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cool thanks for the link. – ubuntu-nerd Dec 11 '11 at 4:32
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general syntax is <program> <file to be played> – Vineet Menon Dec 11 '11 at 5:01

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