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Question: How Do I Set a Program to Run on Startup Linux?

Sarah Jenkins • • 4 min read
Question: How Do I Set a Program to Run on Startup Linux?
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How do I get services to start automatically in Linux?

To enable a System V service to start at system boot time, run this command: sudo chkconfig service_name on.

How do I make a program autorun?

Press Windows+R to open the “Run” dialog box. Type “shell:startup” and then hit Enter to open the “Startup” folder. Create a shortcut in the “Startup” folder to any file, folder, or app’s executable file. It will open on startup the next time you boot.

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