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Summary

cron(8): Clarify system vs user crontabs, clarify what superuser means for -J.
crontab(5):

  • Use subsection headers
  • Describe system crontab format
  • Add section on command options
  • Mention the effect of root jitter
  • Clarify errors when a bad group or login class is used
Test Plan

PR: 210621

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