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009.04.91.12. Can you explain the differences between the menu interface and the command-line interface provided by GRUB2? How do system administrators typically leverage each interface for managing boot processes and troubleshooting issues, and what are some scenarios where one interface might be preferred over the other?
Menu Interface is the default interface where all boot options are listed. It can be customised extensively to include specific kernel options, recovery modes, and even direct boot commands.
Command-line interface: It is accessed by pressing 'c' on the menu interface. This mode is powerful for troubleshooting and on-the-fly modifications to the boot configuration.
The commands and interfaces provided by GRUB2 are powerful tools for managing the boot process across different operating systems and hardware configurations.
Certain scenarios where one interface can be preferred over the other are:-