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The dockercompose Befehl, or more commonly referred to as the docker-compose command, is a tool used for defining and running multi-container Docker applications. It utilizes a YAML file, typically named docker-compose.yml, to configure the application's services, networks, and volumes. By defining these components in a single file, docker-compose simplifies the process of orchestrating complex application setups that involve multiple interacting containers.

Key functionalities of the docker-compose command include starting, stopping, and rebuilding services. The docker-compose up command initiates all services defined in the docker-compose.yml file, creating and starting containers as specified. Conversely, docker-compose down stops and removes containers, networks, and volumes associated with the application. The docker-compose build command is used to build or rebuild service images, which is particularly useful when making changes to Dockerfiles.

The command also allows for management of individual services. For instance, one can start a specific service with docker-compose start <service_name> or stop it with docker-compose stop <service_name>. Inspecting the status of services is possible with docker-compose ps, and viewing logs can be done using docker-compose logs. This structured approach to managing containerized applications makes docker-compose an indispensable tool for developers and system administrators working with Docker.