A Unix program that displays information about a partICular user or all users logged on the system, or a remote system. Finger typICally shows full name, last login time, idle time, terminal line, and terminal location (where applICable). It may also display a plan file left by the user (see also Hacking X for Y). Some versions take a "-l" (long) argument whICh yields more information. [Jargon File] (2002-10-06)