Brian Ivey wrote:
>
> Dear List:
>
> Over the past couple of days I have been installing various apps on my
> computer. Some I have installed as ROOT, and others as a user. When I
> install as ROOT, my user account cannot access the files. Could someone
> please recommend a strategy for installing applications that I want
> available to all.
>
> Also, any general advice involving installation topics/pointers would be
> appreciated.
>
> In case this is relevant, I am running KDE for a desktop. The two apps
> in question have been KDevelop and Star Office 5.1.
>
> Thanks,
> Brian Ivey
>
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Hi, Brian,
If you want other users to run an application, you have to set the
proper permission. For example, if you want everyone to be able to run
the application /bin/app, as root, do
chmod 777 /bin/app
This will give all users read, write, and execute permission. Any Linux
or UNIX text will explain what the numbers 777 mean. If you want all
users to run Star Office, I would do the network installation. It'll
save a lot of disk space. Also, be judicious in your use of the root
account. Try to limit root to system maintenance and installations.
Good luck,
Hidong
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