how do I log in as root? (to enable me to edit system files)

[purplehaze]

I'm trying to edit a few system files but don't have permission to overwrite them - can someone tell me how to log in with full access (read/write) to the system files?

[BastaB]

try typing "su" in konsole
You would also probably have to change your HD read/write status by right-clicking on it and choosing that option

[bamarob]

From the Start->Knoppix menu, click on Root Console.

[rickenbacherus]

It's all in the documentation for your reading pleasure.

[joekm]

Alternatively, the user "knoppix" has sudo permission.

In other words, preface your editing command with "sudo"

I.E. sudo vi {filename}

That should also work.

Joe