can't run gnome as root - addition - SOLVED

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> > why do i have to adapt the OS ? I think the OS should adapt
> to the needs and wishes of the user as far as possible.

Security needs change. 'root' is a well-known username so if its enabled and
there's direct access from the web, it gives someone half the combination:
they only have to guess at passwords rather than guessing at a username and
password. 

All my servers are behind firewalls and there are no ports open to the world
like ssh, which does give some protection. I used to enable the root account
myself, but sudo is second nature now and no trouble at all.