Linux Fundamentals · lesson 4 of 15 · 12 min

Users and groups

summary: Linux uses users and groups to control access. Each account should have only the permissions it needs, and administrative access should be limited and reviewed.

question: What does least privilege mean?

options:

• Give only the access needed for a task
• Give every user administrator access
• Share one account with everyone
• Turn off passwords

correct: Give only the access needed for a task

explanation: Least privilege reduces unnecessary access and limits the impact of mistakes.

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