[Solved] Which of the following best describes the function of the sudo command in Linux? — Ans: Execute commands with the privileges of another user, typically root | Linux CLI

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Which of the following best describes the function of the sudo command in Linux?

ASwitch to a different user account permanently

BExecute commands with the privileges of another user, typically root

CDisplay the current user's privileges

DList all users who have administrative rights

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand sudo's purpose
sudo allows a permitted user to execute a command as the superuser or another user.
Step 2: Differentiate from other commands
Unlike su, which switches user accounts, sudo runs a single command with elevated privileges.
Final Answer:
Execute commands with the privileges of another user, typically root -> Option B
Quick Check:
sudo runs commands as root or another user [OK]

Quick Trick: sudo runs commands as root temporarily [OK]

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