Re: [newbie] how do I change root and user passwords?

[Ronald J. Hall]

Beckycould wrote:
> 
> I need to change passwords so my ex-partner can't telnet into my linuxbox.
> What are the commands?
> I tried changing root through Linuxconf but it wouldn't take.
> Thanks alot
> Becky

Hi Becky. Hmm, AFAIK, logged in as the user  whose password you want to change,
just type in:

passwd

It will walk you through the prompts.

Hope this helps.

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