>> 2. In case of cd writing, you can set the SUID of cdrecord and related >> programs or you can use sudo. Only problem with sudo is that the user >> has to type sudo in front of the commands. >> > > dpkg-reconfigure cdrecord, and then set it suid. Add users to the cdrom > group if you want them to be able to burn cds. The only thing is that > some people think setting cdrecord suid is a risk.
I have never understood why setting cdrecord suid would be a security issue. I mean, i can understand that on a file server for instance one would prefer the sudo method, but on a normal desktop, why wouldn't you use suid? I've always wondered. Benedict -- To UNSUBSCRIBE, email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with a subject of "unsubscribe". Trouble? Contact [EMAIL PROTECTED]
