On Tue, Jul 16, 2002 at 06:10:09PM +0900, Gavin wrote:
> I've just installed FreeBSD 4.5, and using some of my linux knowledge, I've
> tried to "su" to root from my user account, I've checked the online book and
> I cant seem to find anything about su-ing... I'm also using "Unix hints and
> HACKS" as my first reference book.. Page 92 (Security) says I should type the
> complete path eg. /bin/su
> /bin/su root
>
> when I type $ /bin/su I get not found
> $ /bin/su root not found
Try /usr/bin/su
You will also have to be in group: wheel to su.
HTH
>
> at the moment I have to log out and re-log in as root to do anything.. this
> cant be.. can someone help a newbie out with this problem??
>
> Another question, what group do I need to be in to su to root (if I need to
> be in a special group that is..)
>
> Thanks for all the help in advance....GOD BLESS YOU ALL
>
> Gavin
>
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