Root Account Setup

[Rob Allen]

Robert J. Leibowitz wrote:
> I just installed Ubuntu on a laptop that only I use and my life would be 
> easier with a root account.   I understand the reasons to use sudo, but 
> I'll take my chances (I'm careful when making changes).
> 
> How do I activate root?
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Bob
> 
> PS  I've tried a few versions of linux and Ubuntu is the best to date.
> 

Try "sudo passwd root" or you could "sudo su - " whenever you need a 
root shell.

-- 
Rob...