Learn multiple ways to execute commands or scripts during Linux reboot or startup—including the classic rc.local, modern systemd service units, traditional init.d scripts, and cron @reboot—complete with step‑by‑step instructions, example code, and essential tips for reliable automation.
This guide explains how to create and enable an rc‑local startup script on Ubuntu by inspecting the rc‑local.service unit, creating /etc/rc.local, setting execution permissions, and enabling the service with systemctl so custom commands run automatically at boot.
This article explains three common Linux startup methods—traditional /etc/rc.local, legacy SysVinit scripts in /etc/init.d/, and the modern systemd unit system—detailing their roles, execution contexts, and how systemd has largely replaced older approaches.
This guide shows three reliable ways to run custom scripts automatically after a Linux machine boots—by editing /etc/rc.local, using a crontab @reboot entry, or creating a dedicated systemd service—along with example commands and advanced timing options.
This guide shows three practical ways to execute custom scripts automatically after a Linux system starts—by editing /etc/rc.d/rc.local, configuring a crontab @reboot entry, or creating a systemd service—complete with commands, sample scripts, and troubleshooting tips.
This guide explains how Linux servers start services automatically, covering rc.local, init.d scripts, chkconfig configuration, run‑level settings, and login‑shell scripts, with step‑by‑step commands and examples for reliable boot‑time automation.
This guide shows how to configure rc.local‑style startup commands on Ubuntu 16.04 by editing /etc/rc.local directly, and on Ubuntu 18.04 by linking the systemd rc‑local.service, creating an executable rc.local file, adding shell commands, and verifying the result after reboot.
