Can't log into Ubuntu as root

fazeel · 09-09-2009, 03:17 AM

Hi I'm new to this forum as well as to linux.

I'm have installed ubuntu jaunty 9.04 and created a account name fazeel at the beginning. system didn't ask for any root password. the problem is when I'm trying to log in as root it says "cannot login as a administrator"
can any one help pls?

Nylex · 09-09-2009, 03:19 AM

Use better thread titles and don't demand urgent help. This is a volunteer forum - people aren't paid to answer questions.

With regards to your question, google it.

XavierP · 09-09-2009, 03:23 AM

The *buntu distros do not use a root account. If you need to do any tasks requiring root access, do this:

Code:

sudo <command name>
*enter your user password when prompted*

colucix · 09-09-2009, 03:32 AM

All the relevant information, here: https://help.ubuntu.com/community/RootSudo.

fazeel · 09-09-2009, 03:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by colucix

All the relevant information, here: https://help.ubuntu.com/community/RootSudo.

thank you very much for the help

j_jerry · 09-09-2009, 03:46 AM

What if you wanna do is to login X as root, you can do it in ubuntu, but its not safe

Command: gdmsetup

check allow administrator login in the Security tab