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kexec - Boot into new kernel

Overview​

The kexec command boot into new kernel.

Syntax​

kexec [OPTIONS] [ARGUMENTS]

Basic Usage Examples​

# Basic usage
kexec

# Get help
kexec --help

# Check version
kexec --version

Common Options​

  • -h, --help - Display help information
  • -v, --version - Show version information
  • -V, --verbose - Enable verbose output (if supported)

Description​

The kexec command is part of the other category in Linux systems. It provides essential functionality for boot into new kernel.

Refer to the manual page (man kexec) for detailed information about all available options and usage patterns.

Common Use Cases​

  1. Basic Operations: Simple usage scenarios
  2. System Administration: Administrative tasks
  3. Automation: Script integration
  4. Troubleshooting: Diagnostic usage
  • Other commands in the other category
  • System utilities for similar operations
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