How do you sign on as a superuser on Ubuntu Linux?

I would HIGHLY suggest NOT using the "su" option. instead, type 'sudo' before your commands, and type your password when asked. i.e. sudo apt-get update

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I'm not positive about Ubuntu, but generally you don't want to log into X as root, and sometimes it won't let you. If you're talking about becoming the super user from a terminal, just type "su" without the quotes. There's probably a menu setting relating to log in options, and you may be able to allow root login into X, if you absolutely think you need to do it. Hope that helps.

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Ubuntu (a Debian-based distribution) Linux does not have a Root account as a default. In order to become Root in Ubuntu, one needs to enable the Root account. Below you'll find the steps to enable your Root account in Ubuntu:

In the terminal:

$ sudo passwd root <enter regular user password> <enter new Root password> <repeat new Root password>

That's all there is to it. Keep in mind that when you are prompted for a password within the graphic environment in Ubuntu, it is referring to your regular user password. Ubuntu uses sudo (super user do) command for temporary Root powers. It is NOT recommended that you login to the graphic interface using your Root account. Mistakes made while Root could destroy your Ubuntu installation, and possibly other operating system installations on your system.

Enjoy!

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