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Ludootje

10-21-2001, 09:13 AM

I'm using Linux-Mandrake8.0, and I don't know how I can change my root pass.. Anyone an idea?

Ludo

10-21-2001, 09:19 AM

The command passwd changes passwords.

m3rlin

10-21-2001, 10:17 AM

ya, something like, you login as root and the n passwd root. the system will prompt for a new password

Ludootje

10-21-2001, 02:35 PM

it's done.. thanks guys