Daemons are run on behalf of which user?

Daemons are background processes that run on a computer and perform tasks without direct user interaction. They are usually executed during the system's startup and continue running until the system is shut down. The primary user account under which daemons run is the System account, which provides the necessary permissions and environment for these processes to operate efficiently and securely.

Because daemons often need to perform various operations that require higher privileges—such as managing services, handling requests from users, or performing maintenance tasks—they are assigned to the System user rather than a regular user account. This separation ensures that they have the appropriate level of access to system resources while also maintaining the security and integrity of user data.

In contrast, other user types such as Admin, User, or Guest are more associated with interactive sessions where specific users log in. They typically have limited privileges, which restricts their capabilities compared to the System account that daemons utilize. Therefore, the System user is the correct reference point for understanding how daemons operate within the system framework.