Changing the Linux Root Password
This article explains how to change the root password in Linux.
Guided Steps
Log in to the desired server as the root user.
To set a new password, enter the following command:
[root@localhost ~]# passwdEnter the desired password and repeat it.
The password is now changed.
Instructions on how to reset your server's root password can be found here:
> Reset Root Password (Cloud Server)
> Reset Root Password (Dedicated Server Linux)
> Forgotten Root Password (Server Power Deals and Value Dedicated Server)
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