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Old 12-03-2000, 08:04 AM   #1
Ally
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Could anybody help please! I have DEFINITE LINUX 7.0. After installition, and midway through configuration it asks me to enter a `root` password in both boxes. I get a flashing cursor and can `TAB` back and forth to each box but can not enter anything.(could it be masking my password like windows does with `*`s)

Also when install is complete it asks for `logon name and password` the password I typed in got a replay of incorrect password and logon something or other(I believe also you might actually type in `ROOT` but I have tried this also in logon and password.

The version of Linux was on a cover mount of LINUX FORMAT Issue One. I have followed the guide in said magazine, to no avail. Is there something I am missing? Any help would greatly be appreciated.

Also it tells you to register, but I did not receive a code, do you have to purchase it boxed before you get a code. Thanks again.
 
Old 12-03-2000, 10:34 AM   #2
Larry James
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Hi, Ally. We all realize your anxiousness and anxiety when a problem arises. However, on this system, you only have to post the exact question in one forum. It's invited if you have new followup material you wish to send.

If you make a mistake and post your question to the wrong forum, one of the moderators will fix it for you.

By the way, I apprecaite the words of appreciation you sent me in email.

Looking forward to us enjoying more of your Linux experiences with you.

-- L. James
 
Old 03-01-2006, 06:41 PM   #3
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if it says that your root password is incorrect, I would just reset it. I know that in a fc4 environment, I boot and hit 'e' when at the bootloader screen (GRUB, that is) and at the end of the string, simply type a space and a 1 to access runlevel 1. then, you type "passwd root" to change the root password when you get to a prompt. I don't know anything about DEFINITE linux, but this will hopefully give you a start.
 
  


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