SU password

[Mark Haney]

Johnny Rosenberg wrote:
> 2008/9/5 Johnny Rosenberg <gurus.knugum at gmail.com>
> 
>> 2008/9/4 W. D. Allen <ballensr at roadrunner.com>
>>
>>> I'm new to Ubuntu 8.04 LTS Desktop Edition. I can use my root password
>>> in Ubuntu desktop system administration, etc., however when I go to
>>> terminal and enter su my password fails.
>>>
>>> Been trying to use 'recovery mode' to fix problem but can not locate it
>>> on CD.
>>>
>>> Any guidance would be gratefully accepted.

>> If you want to use su anyway, try:
>> sudo su
>> I hope this helps.
>> J.R.
>>

You know, this is probably the hardest thing to keep straight for 
newbies.  Or even for experienced admins.  And it's even harder to 
explain to someone else.

I'll be glad to help you offlist if you need additional help.


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