Webmin is a popular web-based interface used for system administration for Unix. It removes the need to manually edit Unix configuration files and lets you manage the system from the console or remotely. However, there may be instances where you need to uninstall Webmin, such as for system upgrades, troubleshooting, or software replacement.<\/p>\n
In this guide, we will walk you through the process of uninstalling Webmin from your CentOS 6.2 system. It is designed to provide clear and concise steps to effectively remove the Webmin package from your system.<\/p>\n
We will first determine the installed version of Webmin, which is crucial for specifying the exact package name during the uninstallation process.<\/p>\n
The first step in the uninstallation process is to check the installed version of Webmin on your system. This can be done by running the following command:<\/p>\n
\r\nrpm -qa webmin\r\n<\/pre>\nThis command will output the exact version of Webmin installed on your system. For example, you might see something like this:<\/p>\n
\r\nwebmin-1.570-1.noarch\r\n<\/pre>\nStep 2: Remove the Webmin Package<\/h3>\n
Once you have the exact package name, you can proceed to remove the Webmin package using the following command:<\/p>\n
\r\nrpm -e webmin-1.570-1.noarch\r\n<\/pre>\nReplace “webmin-1.570-1.noarch” with the exact package name you obtained in the previous step.<\/p>\n
Running this command will start the uninstallation process. You will see a series of messages as the uninstall scripts are run and the package is removed from your system.<\/p>\n
Example:<\/p>\n
\r\n[root@centos6 ~]# rpm -e webmin-1.570-1.noarch\r\nRunning uninstall scripts ..\r\nDeleted init script \/etc\/rc.d\/init.d\/webmin\r\nSubroutine list_servers redefined at \/usr\/libexec\/webmin\/servers\/servers-lib.pl line 91.\r\nSubroutine list_servers_sorted redefined at \/usr\/libexec\/webmin\/servers\/servers-lib.pl line 110.\r\nSubroutine get_server redefined at \/usr\/libexec\/webmin\/servers\/servers-lib.pl line 142.\r\nSubroutine save_server redefined at \/usr\/libexec\/webmin\/servers\/servers-lib.pl line 157.\r\nSubroutine delete_server redefined at \/usr\/libexec\/webmin\/servers\/servers-lib.pl line 174.\r\nSubroutine can_use_server redefined at \/usr\/libexec\/webmin\/servers\/servers-lib.pl line 187.\r\nSubroutine list_all_groups redefined at \/usr\/libexec\/webmin\/servers\/servers-lib.pl line 207.\r\nSubroutine logged_in redefined at \/usr\/libexec\/webmin\/servers\/servers-lib.pl line 275.\r\nSubroutine get_server_types redefined at \/usr\/libexec\/webmin\/servers\/servers-lib.pl line 300.\r\nSubroutine this_server redefined at \/usr\/libexec\/webmin\/servers\/servers-lib.pl line 310.\r\nSubroutine get_my_address redefined at \/usr\/libexec\/webmin\/servers\/servers-lib.pl line 329.\r\nSubroutine address_to_broadcast redefined at \/usr\/libexec\/webmin\/servers\/servers-lib.pl line 358.\r\nSubroutine test_server redefined at \/usr\/libexec\/webmin\/servers\/servers-lib.pl line 372.\r\nSubroutine find_cron_job redefined at \/usr\/libexec\/webmin\/servers\/servers-lib.pl line 391.\r\nSubroutine find_servers redefined at \/usr\/libexec\/webmin\/servers\/servers-lib.pl line 404.\r\n<\/pre>\nCommands Mentioned<\/h2>\n
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- rpm -qa webmin<\/span> \u2013 This command is used to check the installed version of Webmin.<\/li>\n
- rpm -e webmin-1.570-1.noarch<\/span> \u2013 This command is used to remove the Webmin package. Replace “webmin-1.570-1.noarch” with your exact Webmin package name.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Conclusion<\/h2>\n
Uninstalling Webmin from your CentOS 6.2 system is a straightforward process when you know the exact steps to follow. By first identifying the installed version of Webmin and then running the appropriate command to remove the package, you can ensure that the software is completely removed from your system.<\/p>\n
Remember, it’s always important to understand why you’re uninstalling a package and what the consequences might be.<\/p>\n
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FAQ<\/h2>\n
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What is Webmin?<\/p>\n
\n Webmin is a web-based interface for system administration for Unix. It allows for managing the system via a graphical interface, eliminating the need to manually edit Unix configuration files.<\/span>\n <\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Why would I need to uninstall Webmin?<\/p>\n
\n There could be several reasons to uninstall Webmin. You might need to do it for system upgrades, troubleshooting, or if you’re replacing Webmin with another software.<\/span>\n <\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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How can I check the installed version of Webmin?<\/p>\n
\n You can check the installed version of Webmin by running the command ‘rpm -qa webmin’ in the terminal. This will output the exact version of Webmin installed on your system.<\/span>\n <\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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What does the command ‘rpm -e webmin-1.570-1.noarch’ do?<\/p>\n
\n The command ‘rpm -e webmin-1.570-1.noarch’ is used to remove the Webmin package from your system. You should replace ‘webmin-1.570-1.noarch’ with the exact package name of your installed Webmin version.<\/span>\n <\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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What happens when I run the uninstall command for Webmin?<\/p>\n
\n When you run the uninstall command for Webmin, the system starts the uninstallation process. You will see a series of messages as the uninstall scripts are run and the package is removed from your system.<\/span>\n <\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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