Operation when using or not using a repository database

(1) When using a repository database

• Management of multiple users is possible

• Creation of multiple groups is possible

• Management of access permissions is possible

• Meta-information for various files is stored in the repository

• Various settings can be stored in the repository

(2) When not using a repository database

• Only one management user (root) can be used

• Only one group can be used

• Meta-information for various files is stored in the OS file system

• Various settings are stored in the OS file system