{{tag>english linux debian cron}}
====== Autostart after Linux reboot ======

===== Problem description =====

If you operate a Linux server, some services must always be available. When the server restarts, certain programmes should start directly. A simple cronjob is sufficient for this.

===== Problem solution =====

Log on as the user under which the programme is running and open the cronjob list:

<code bash>$> crontab -e</code>

The following command must now be entered as a cronjob:

<code bash>
# m h  dom mon dow   command
@reboot cd /home/user/programdir; ./program start
</code>

As a practical example, the automatic start of an IRCD with services:

<code bash>
# m h  dom mon dow   command
@reboot cd /home/psycore/Unreal3.2; ./unreal start
@reboot cd /home/psycore/services; ./services
</code>