ether_line - Linux
Overview
ether_line is a command-line utility for creating and managing network interfaces on Linux systems. It allows for the configuration and monitoring of Ethernet devices, providing a convenient and versatile tool for network administration and troubleshooting.
Syntax
ether_line [options] <action> [parameters]
Options/Flags
- -h, –help: Display help information and exit.
- -v, –version: Display version information and exit.
- -i, –interface: Specify the network interface to operate on.
- -d, –debug: Enable debugging mode.
Examples
Create a new Ethernet interface:
sudo ether_line create eth1
Configure an existing interface:
sudo ether_line configure eth0 --ip 192.168.1.10 --gateway 192.168.1.1
Monitor the status of an interface:
sudo ether_line monitor eth1
Common Issues
- Interface not found: Ensure that the specified interface exists and is correctly named.
- Permission denied: You may need to run the command as a privileged user (e.g., with sudo).
- Invalid configuration parameters: Check that the provided configuration values are valid and conform to the expected format.
Integration
ether_line can be integrated with other Linux commands and tools for advanced network tasks:
- ip: Manage IP addresses and routing tables:
ether_line create eth1; ip addr add 10.0.0.10/24 dev eth1 - ping: Test network connectivity:
ether_line monitor eth1; ping 8.8.8.8 - iperf3: Measure network performance:
ether_line create eth1; iperf3 -c server_host
Related Commands
- ifconfig: Configure network interfaces
- ip: Manage IP addresses and routing
- iwconfig: Configure wireless interfaces