1. Configuring Start-Up Services

Abstract

At boot time, the system starts a number of services (programs which run in the background to perform a variety of tasks). This tool gives the administrator control over those services. See the The Start-Up Files: init sysv chapter of the Reference Manual for more information.

Figure 8.1. Choosing the Services Available at Boot Time

Choosing the Services Available at Boot Time

For each service, this is the list of items found in each column:

After pressing the Start or Stop buttons, a tool tip shows you the status of the operation.



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