changing root password

Hi I'd like to change the root password on our machine. Do i have to do anything more than just use the 'passwd' command to change the root password? Do i have to be on the console to change the password or can i simply su to root and change it remotely as well? thanks Anita __

Re: Re: adding new hard disk

Thanks, you guys! It was my first time posting a question on this maling list...and what an overwhelming response :)! Yeah, i also confirmed from one of my co-workers (an ardent follower of Debian) that there is no way to extend the partitions unless the current disk was setup using "logical volu

adding new hard disk

Hi A few hard disk partitions on our current Debian system are close to becoming full. I would like to install an addtional hard disk and extend the partitions on the current disk to the new disk. Is it possible to do so and are there any instructions avaliable on how to add and configure addition