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Topic: Getting maD, even if DSL rox .. I do have a problem

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Jamel

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Joined: Nov. 2004

Posted: Nov. 06 2004,18:24

I would like to put internet on my DSL, but I need a root acces to install usb modem drivers ... However, when i type "sudo su" it workd
But when I use command "sudo passwd root" to activate a password for a root acces, i can enter the password and confirm but it tell me exactly this :

Code Sample

passwd: An error occurred updating the password file

By the way, DSL is impressive for a 50 mb live distrib, It turn very well on a 233mhz 6years old computer..;

Thx for your help every body

Bye bye =)

CappyCaffeine Offline

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Joined: Jan. 2004

Posted: Nov. 06 2004,20:51

If you decide to do a hard drive install, you will be asked to set the root password.

I don't believe there is a way to alter the root password when booting from CD, USB key, Zip, etc.

Cappy