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available right after NetworkManager is started—before any users log in. In case of
system connections, all credentials must be provided at the time the connection is cre-
ated. Such system connections can be used to automatically connect to networks that
require authorization. For information how to congure user or system connections
with NetworkManager, refer to Section 35.3, “Conguring Network Connections”
(page 582).
For KDE, conguring system connections with NetworkManager are currently not
supported (use YaST instead).
35.7.2 Storing Passwords and Credentials
If you do not want to re-enter your credentials each time you want to connect to an en-
crypted network, you can use the desktop-specic tools GNOME Keyring Manager or
KWalletManager to store your credentials encrypted on the disk, secured by a master
password.
Under KDE, you can congure if and how to store your credentials. To do so, left-click
the NetworkManager icon and select Manage Connections. Click Other > Connection
Secrets and select one of the following options:
Do Not Store (Always Prompt)
This is useful if you are working in an environment where storing credentials is
considered a security risk.
In File (Unencrypted)
If you choose this option, your passwords are stored unencrypted in the respective
connection le that is created for each connection.
WARNING: Security Risk
Storing your network credentials unencrypted is a security risk. Everybody
who has access to your computer can reuse your connectivity and intercept
your network connection.
In Secure Storage (Encrypted)
If you choose this options, your credentials are stored in KWalletManager.
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