systemset

Systemset is a command-line utility in Unix-like operating systems, including Linux and macOS, used for managing system settings and configurations. It is part of the systemd suite of system management tools, which is the default initialization system for many modern Linux distributions. Systemset provides a way to configure and manage systemd services, targets, and other system settings through a simple command-line interface.

The primary function of systemset is to enable or disable systemd services and targets. A service in systemd is a process that is managed by the systemd init system, while a target is a group of services that are managed together. By using systemset, administrators can control the state of these services and targets, allowing them to start, stop, enable, or disable them as needed.

Systemset also allows for the configuration of systemd units, which are the basic building blocks of systemd. Units can be services, sockets, devices, mount points, automount points, swap files, and more. By editing unit files, administrators can customize the behavior of these units to suit their specific needs.

In addition to managing services and units, systemset can be used to configure systemd targets. Targets are used to define the state of the system, such as multi-user mode, graphical mode, or rescue mode. By setting the default target, administrators can control the initial state of the system when it boots up.

Overall, systemset is a powerful tool for managing system settings and configurations in Unix-like operating systems. Its command-line interface makes it accessible for both novice and experienced users, while its integration with systemd provides a robust and flexible framework for system management.