9.1. Introduction

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# 9.1. Introduction

This chapter discusses configuration files and systemd services. First, the general configuration files needed to set up networking are presented.

- Section 9.2, “General Network Configuration.”

- Section 9.2.3, “Configuring the system hostname.”

- Section 9.2.4, “Customizing the /etc/hosts File.”

Second, issues that affect the proper setup of devices are discussed.

- Section 9.3, “Overview of Device and Module Handling.”

- Section 9.4, “Managing Devices.”

Third, configuring the system clock and keyboard layout is shown.

- Section 9.5, “Configuring the System Clock.”

- Section 9.6, “Configuring the Linux Console.”

Fourth, a brief introduction to the scripts and configuration files used when the user logs into the system is presented.

- Section 9.7, “Configuring the System Locale.”

- Section 9.8, “Creating the /etc/inputrc File.”

And finally, configuring the behavior of systemd is discussed.

- Section 9.10, “Systemd Usage and Configuration.”

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