How to use consolekit2

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Consolekit is a session daemon like elogind or systemd-logind or turnstile.
but
It seems to start automatically. I dont need to get the init system to start it at boot.

When I ask I get
"
ConsoleKit2 does not need to be started at boot; it is typically started by the session manager when a user logs in. It manages user sessions and resources dynamically as needed.

GitHub consolekit2.github.io

ConsoleKit2 Startup Requirements

Boot Process

  • Not Required at Boot: ConsoleKit2 does not need to be started during the boot process.
  • Session Management: It is typically initiated by the session manager when a user logs in.

Functionality

  • Dynamic Management: ConsoleKit2 manages user sessions and resources dynamically, activating as needed based on user activity.
  • User Sessions: It tracks users, login sessions, and hardware resources, allowing multiple users to share the same system effectively.

This design allows for efficient resource management without the need for ConsoleKit2 to run continuously from system startup."

But then if I ask about starting it at boot I get

" This design allows for efficient resource management without the need for ConsoleKit2 to run continuously from system startup.

GitHub consolekit2.github.io

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Starting ConsoleKit2 at boot allows the system to manage user sessions and resources effectively, enabling features like fast user switching and session tracking. This ensures that the system can respond to changes in user sessions and maintain a smooth user experience.

consolekit2.github.io linuxfromscratch.org"

Does anyone know how to best use consolekit2.?

Should I let it start automatically or use a daemon started at boot?

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