> Yes, ubuntu doesnt believe creating a separate root user is worth the risk of
> it being compromised.

Wha....? What the....? 

> 1. Use 'sudo command' to run a command with root priviledges.
> 2. Use 'sudo su -' to get a root shell.

Doesn't 'sudo' ask for a root password? I got the following when I
tried running sudo:

--- BEGIN ---
We trust you have received the usual lecture from the local System
Administrator. It usually boils down to these three things:

    #1) Respect the privacy of others.
    #2) Think before you type.
    #3) With great power comes great responsibility.

Password:
--- END ---


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