What is TUI?
Text User Interface
On-screen interface driven only by text and characters instead of graphical elements.
Overview
It is an interface that works with keyboard commands and text-based menus, rather than visual buttons or windows. It consumes very little computer resources and generally runs on terminal screens.
How it works
Using specific key combinations on the terminal, the user navigates through menus and enters commands as text.
Where it is used
It is common in server administration, software development tools, and low-end devices.
Commonly confused with
Can be confused with CLI; CLI is just the command line, while TUI creates a visual layout on that line.
Frequently asked questions
Why use TUI instead of graphical interface?
It is much faster and does not require heavy resources such as a graphics card.
Is it difficult to learn?
It's necessary to memorize keyboard shortcuts in the beginning, but it's much more efficient as you get used to it.
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