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  • what linux distribution are you on?
    – Ben
    Commented Feb 4, 2012 at 2:23
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    if ubuntu, you would do: sudo apt-get install --reinstall less
    – clime
    Commented Feb 4, 2012 at 2:27
  • Especially if you're just learning Linux, don't do it while logged in as a super user. Bad things (like this) will be bound to happen. ;) Running as root is generally discouraged for all but only the specific cases where it's absolutely necessary. Commented Feb 4, 2012 at 4:02
  • Thanks clime, I ran your command and it worked perfectly! I can once again read the manual pages!
    – jdg
    Commented Feb 4, 2012 at 4:39
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    @clime - You should make your comment an answer.
    – Nifle
    Commented Feb 4, 2012 at 8:34