Re: GNU tar manual suggestion

[Eli Zaretskii]

On 8 Dec 2002, Gerhard Poul wrote:

> Initially, @command{tar} archives were used to store files conveniently on
> magnetic tape.  The name @command{tar} comes from this use; it stands for
> @code{t}ape @code{ar}chiver.  Despite the utility's name, @command{tar} can
> direct its output to available devices, files, or other programs (using
> pipes).  @command{tar} may even access remote devices or files (as archives).
> 
> ---
> 
> If you have any further suggestions please don't hesitate to send us
> an email.

An index entry for this piece of information would be a good idea, I 
think.  Something like

  @cindex @command{tar}, origin of the name