needrestart

needrestart is a Linux utility designed to detect which services or daemons require restarting after library updates. Inspired by Debian's checkrestart, it ensures that running processes utilize the latest shared libraries, thereby maintaining system security and stability.

Features

Identifies daemons needing restarts post-library updates
Integrates with package managers like apt and dpkg
Supports interpreter-based applications
Provides hook scripts for automation
Compatible with GNU/Linux systems
Offers limited functionality on GNU/kFreeBSD

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GNU General Public License version 3.0 (GPLv3)

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Programming Language

Perl

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Registered

2025-04-30

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