On Thu, 15 Aug 1996, Tim O'Brien wrote: > >I've set up a test PC with Debian 1.1 and want to > >administer it remotely but am refused a telnet connection > >as root ... is there a way around this ? Do I have to give > > > The way I handle this problem is log in under my account and type > > su root > > Then it'll ask for the root password and bada-bing! You're root. > > Hope this helps! > Tim >
I use a program called "op" that works like "super". Its not quite as quick as "bada-bing" its more like "bada-bing bada-boom" but there's much to be said about this mechanism. It provides accountablility, more granular control over rootly power, etc. Bye ... Richard G. Roberto [EMAIL PROTECTED] 201-739-2886 - whippany, nj -- ******************************************************************************* Bear Stearns is not responsible for any recommendation, solicitation, offer or agreement or any information about any transaction, customer account or account activity contained in this communication. *******************************************************************************
