Linux CLI - Users and Groups
Which of the following is the correct syntax to change the password for user
alice as root?Which of the following is the correct syntax to change the password for user alice as root?
easy📝 Syntax Q12 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Recall root usage of
Root can change any user's password by runningpasswdpasswd username.Step 2: Analyze options for correct syntax
Only passwd alice uses the correct syntax. Options A, B, and C use invalid or non-existent flags.Final Answer:
passwd alice -> Option DQuick Check:
Root changes user password withpasswd username= D [OK]
Quick Trick: Use
passwd username as root to change others' passwords [OK]Common Mistakes:
- Adding wrong flags like -u or -p
- Using --change which is not a valid option
- Trying to change password without specifying username as root
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