Xserver,postgres problems after hostname change.

[Alexander Dalloz]

Am Sa, den 18.12.2004 schrieb Kim Lux um 21:50:

> I didn't realize that processes still referenced the local computer with
> localhost.  I thought that they would all use the new hostname.  It
> makes perfect sense now that I hear you tell me.  

This is very basic knowledge.

> I think you just helped me clear up half a dozen little issues on my
> computers.  

If you use multiple IP <--> hostname mapping lines in the /etc/hosts
file you then need to configure "multi on" in /etc/host.conf. See "man 5
host.conf"

> Kim Lux,  Diesel Research Inc.

Alexander


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