cloud-init:tldr:5c3d7
cloud-init: Display the status of the most recent cloud-init run.
$ cloud-init status
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The command "cloud-init status" is used to display the status of the cloud-init initialization process. Cloud-init is a widely adopted toolset for configuring and customizing cloud instances during their initial boot process.
When executed, "cloud-init status" provides information about the current status of the cloud-init process, such as whether it is running, completed, or encountered any errors. The output typically includes details about the network configuration, user data application, and any other data sources involved in the initialization.
By checking the status, you can monitor the progress of the cloud-init process and ensure that configurations are applied correctly to your cloud instances.
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