On 14/10/2015 3:37 PM, Himanshu Shekhar wrote: > I searched today about what to do if one forgets his/her linux password. > The following links described the process: > https://pve.proxmox.com/wiki/Debian_reset_root_password > http://xmodulo.com/how-to-reset-root-password-in-debian-ubuntu.html
Almost every computer that isn't fully encrypted is toast if someone has their grubby little hands on it. ;-) > These tutorials assume that a person has the possession of his/her > machine which is true for non-mobile devices. But how can one make sure > that the security of laptop/tablet having any distro of linux is not > compromised? Simple, use full disk encryption with a very good pass phrase and/or key files. A little more work to setup, but it is worth it, particularly if the computer is one that travels with you out and about. Kind Regards AndrewM
