Introduction:
Keeping an operating system running smoothly requires managing network connections. AlmaLinux 8 is a popular Linux distribution that manages network setups through the NetworkManager service. In this article, we will explain how to restart and check the NetworkManager service in AlmaLinux 8.
Note: You'll need administrative privileges (root access) to restart and check the NetworkManager service status in AlmaLinux 8.
Steps to restart the NetworkManager Service:
Step 1. Login into your server as a root user.
Step 2. Run the following commands to restart the NetworkManager Service.
# sudo systemctl restart NetworkManager
You can restart the NetworkManager service by running this command with root access. This step is necessary when you need to update network configurations, troubleshoot network connectivity issues, or validate that the service is operating with the most recent settings.
Steps to check the status of the NetworkManager Service:
Step 1. Login into your server as a root user.
Step 2. Run the following command in the terminal to check the status of the NetworkManager service,
# sudo systemctl status NetworkManager
In the output, you will see detailed information on the service, such as whether or not it is active, as well as any important error messages. The "Active" line indicates whether the NetworkManager service is active. You also get helpful information such as the process ID (PID) of the service, memory usage, and recent log entries.
Conclusion:
The NetworkManager service can be restarted and checked to ensure that network connectivity remains stable and troubleshoots any problems that may occur in AlmaLinux 8. In order to maintain a reliable network connection on your AlmaLinux 8 system, follow the steps outlined in this guide to restart the service and verify its status.
