Linux CLI - Users and Groups
What will be the output of the following commands if you run
su - bob and enter the correct password?whoami
What will be the output of the following commands if you run su - bob and enter the correct password?
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Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Understand what
This command switches the current user to 'bob' and loads his environment after password verification.su - bobdoesStep 2: Check the output of
After switching,whoamiwhoamishows the current active user, which will be 'bob'.Final Answer:
bob -> Option DQuick Check:
After su, whoami = new user [OK]
Quick Trick: whoami shows switched user after su [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES- Expecting root instead of target user
- Thinking it shows original user
- Assuming permission denied without password
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