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@@ -48,6 +48,9 @@ sudo tar -C /usr -xzf ollama-linux-arm64.tgz
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 ### Adding Ollama as a startup service (recommended)
+*Note:* After completing the above steps, you can run ollama with `ollama serve`,
+you do not need to set it up as a service. These steps are designed for increased
+convenience if you are using ollama regularly. 
 
 Create a user and group for Ollama: