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KNOPPIX/README_Security.txt
I have read the FAQ's and searched for how to set the root password and the subject above is the answer I get with no link. Where is this file, does it come with the DL and once I find it can I expect to be able to understand how to use it. The last time I tried I was able to run the "root shell", switch to a different terminal with root access, run the command "sudo su root". Then what? thats all the instruction I have. I don't understand how to set the password or even exit the terminal without making any changes.
Also if someone could suggest a good book for someone like me who has no experience with Knoppix/Linux at all I would really appreciate it.
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Here is how I found how to change the root password.
1. click on "docs" on this website at the top of the page
2. click on FAQusing
3. Look at the 2nd question
Q: What is the root password?
A: There is none; all passwords are locked by default. You can set it by going Knoppix Menu->Root Shell and typing "passwd", then enterting a root password, also there are several sections you can read dealing with this subject in KNOPPIX/README_Security.txt. You can also type "sudo su" or "sudo -s" in any console window, or use <ctr>-<alt>-F2 to get at the text console with already opened root shell.
Apparently, however, in some versions of Knoppix, if you type 'sudo -s', it will ask for a password. If you simply press return without entering anything, it will tell you 'Authentication Failed."
I know it can be overwhelming, but there is a lot of really good documentation on this site. It's just a lot to read.
I hope this helps.
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Sorry, I forgot to suggest a good book.
I REALLY liked this one
Linux Administration A Beginner's Guide: second edition
http://shop.osborne.com/cgi-bin/osborne/0072131365.html
It looks like they have a 3rd edition out now
http://shop.osborne.com/cgi-bin/osborne/0072225629.html
Also the linux Bible book was really good.
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg...glance&s=books
I got these books because they were not distribution specific.
Most books out there are redhat or mandrake specific, I try to stick to the non distro specific books myself, to get a good overview of linux in general.
Enjoy!
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