>root:x:0:0:root:/root:/bin/ksh
>
>Where or how do I delete the password?
>
>. I tried to delete the x but that did not help. I know I am stupid and I
>was just thrown into this, I just ordered 5.0 and all the manuals so I hope
>to get better.

Try editing the /etc/shadow file instead (if it is there).

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