.service units in systemd
Systemd .service
units are configuration files used to manage services on Linux systems. They define how and when services should be started, stopped, and restarted. Each .service
file contains details like the service’s name, description, and the command to run. These files are typically located in /etc/systemd/system
or /lib/systemd/system
. Managing them involves commands like systemctl start
, systemctl stop
, and systemctl enable
.
How to Start, Stop and Restart Services in Linux Using systemctl CommandSecuring a service using systemd
System services play a crucial role in the functioning of a Linux system, handling various tasks and processes in the background. systemctl
is a powerful command-line tool that allows users to manage these services effectively. In this article, we will explore the basics of using systemctl
to start, stop, restart, enable, disable and display status of services in a Linux environment.