Perhaps, I have also seen this if you start the server as root then try to shut it down as a different user...
-----Original Message----- From: Suresh Addagalla [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, September 11, 2003 8:44 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [OT] Problem stopping Tomcat 4.1.18 Hi, I am running Tomcat 4.1.18 on RHL 7.x. When I execute shutdown.sh to stop tomcat, a lot of java process still remain unterminated. If any one knows how to troubleshoot this, please let me know. My web applications have a DB interface as well as an RMI client. Can these cause the processes to remain in some way? Thanks, Suresh **************************Disclaimer************************************ Information contained in this E-MAIL being proprietary to Wipro Limited is 'privileged' and 'confidential' and intended for use only by the individual or entity to which it is addressed. You are notified that any use, copying or dissemination of the information contained in the E-MAIL in any manner whatsoever is strictly prohibited. *************************************************************************** This message and its contents (to include attachments) are the property of Kmart Corporation (Kmart) and may contain confidential and proprietary information. You are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, or distribution of this message, or the taking of any action based on information contained herein is strictly prohibited. Unauthorized use of information contained herein may subject you to civil and criminal prosecution and penalties. If you are not the intended recipient, you should delete this message immediately. --------------------------------------------------------------------- To unsubscribe, e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] For additional commands, e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]

