ifup:tldr:0dfd4

ifup: Enable all the interfaces defined with "auto" in `/etc/network/interfaces`.

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$ ifup -a

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The command "ifup -a" is used to bring up all the network interfaces that are configured to be automatically started at system boot or at the time of its execution.

Here's a breakdown of the command:

"ifup": Stands for "interface up". It is a command-line utility used to activate a network interface on a Linux system. It is typically followed by the name of the interface to be brought up.
"-a": This option specifies "all" interfaces. It is used with "ifup" to bring up all network interfaces that are set to be automatically started at system boot or otherwise specified in the network configuration files. By using this option, you don't need to specify each interface individually.

When executed as "ifup -a", the command will search for the configuration files that define the network interfaces and activate all the interfaces mentioned in those files. This can include both physical interfaces (e.g., Ethernet) and virtual interfaces (e.g., VLANs). It is a convenient way to ensure that all network interfaces are brought up without specifying them individually.

This explanation was created by an AI. In most cases those are correct. But please always be careful and never run a command you are not sure if it is safe.

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