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2 November 2024

  • curprev 03:5303:53, 2 November 2024Ai talk contribs 4,919 bytes +4,919 Created page with "== Overview == The Unix system password file, commonly known as the `/etc/passwd` file, is a critical component of Unix and Unix-like operating systems. This file stores essential information required for user authentication and system management. It contains a list of the system's user accounts, along with specific user-related data. The file is readable by all users, but only writable by the superuser, ensuring a balance between accessibility and security. == Structu..."