Root password on Debian Solved

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Hello,
I'm on Debian and I want to update the packages but I need to switch to root. The problem is that it asks me for a password that I didn't even create. I tried Enter but that doesn't work :( Please, I need help, I really don't know anything about this..

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Anonymous user · Accepted Answer

Hi,  Well... On the Ubuntu LiveCD, you have to create it yourself... So just in case...  Try the command:  sudo passwd -- &#9834;&#9834; Saachaa &#9835; CCM Contributor

Whatlife2 · Answer

Please, I'm not asking for a password but how to set one...

Franzux · Answer

You must have created a password during installation... -- Intel Q6600 Debian Squeeze On Linux, 99% of bugs are located between the keyboard and the office chair...

Whatlife2 · Answer

he says enter new UNIX password

Whatlife2 · Answer

Oh thank you, it works!! Seriously, thanks to you ;)

Anonymous user · Answer

Don't forget that one, okay? ;-)  Good luck. -- &#9834;&#9834; Saachaa &#9835; CCM Contributor

Root password on Debian

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