How Do I Sudo in Debian?
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How do I use sudo in Debian?

Enable ‘sudo’ on an user account on Debian

  1. Start becoming superuser with su . Enter your root password.
  2. Now, install sudo with apt-get install sudo .
  3. Choose one: …
  4. Now, log out and then log in with the same user.
  5. Open a terminal and run sudo echo ‘Hello, world!’

Does Debian have sudo?

Debian’s default configuration allows users in the sudo group to run any command via sudo.

Marcus Vance

Marcus Vance

Cybersecurity & Digital Privacy Researcher

Marcus Vance is a cybersecurity auditor and technology writer dedicated to educating the public about online safety, data privacy regulations, enterprise security, and emerging cyber threats.

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