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Where should you place a custom systemd service unit file to ensure it overrides the default service configuration without modifying system files?
Where should you place a custom systemd service unit file to ensure it overrides the default service configuration without modifying system files?
hard📝 Application Q8 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Understand systemd unit file hierarchy
Custom or override unit files should be placed in/etc/systemd/system/to take precedence over default files.Step 2: Differentiate system directories
/usr/lib/systemd/system/and/lib/systemd/system/contain vendor-provided units and should not be modified directly.Step 3: Confirm correct location
Using/etc/systemd/system/allows safe customization and persistence across package updates.Final Answer:
/etc/systemd/system/ -> Option CQuick Check:
Custom units go in /etc/systemd/system [OK]
Quick Trick: Put custom units in /etc/systemd/system for overrides [OK]
Common Mistakes:
- Placing custom units in /usr/lib/systemd/system/
- Modifying vendor files directly
- Using non-standard directories like /var/lib/systemd/system/
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