On Thu, Apr 29, 1999 at 06:34:14AM +0200, Michael Hammann wrote: > Hello, > > I tried to install glib1.2.2 & gtk+1.2.2 on my Redhat5.2 with Kernel 2.2.3. (I > don't know why ;-)). The second was an update of 'lpr' as it was recommended on > the Redhat-errata-site. > > Now, I cannot login as 'root' anymore! To login as a normal user goes and su > with the 'root'-password goes. Then 'startx' is starting the right KDE-Desktop > from user 'root'. 'Telinit 5' don't go also. > > What shall I do to repare my system? > > Please post your answers directly to my email-address. Login as a normal user, su to root, remove the password entry for root from /etc/password. Logout of all of that. Login as root (it won't ask for a password), type 'passwd' and enter a new password. Sounds like the best option to me. -- Steve Philp [EMAIL PROTECTED]
