What is Wget?

Wget is a widely used, open-source command-line tool designed for non-interactive downloading of files from the web. It supports HTTP, HTTPS, and FTP protocols, making it versatile for retrieving content from various sources. Wget can be used to mirror entire websites, recursively download directories, and fetch single files. It is commonly employed in automated scripts, data collection, and website archiving. As a web crawler, Wget identifies itself with the 'wget' user agent string when accessing web servers. Its robust features include the ability to resume interrupted downloads, handle redirects, and manage bandwidth usage. Wget is available on most Unix-like operating systems and Windows, making it a popular choice for developers, system administrators, and researchers who need to automate web content retrieval.

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