Practical Examples: Understanding and Using the Sudo Command in Linux

The tutorial linked below will walk you through the basic commands of sudo. The sudo command allows a user to run a command either as the superuser or as another user. This is determined by the security policies in the sudoers files.

We will explore the basic installation and usage of sudo and the configuration of detailed permissions via the sudoers files. This ensures both flexibility and security for administrative operations. You will learn how to set up access for users and groups. You will also customize the command execution environment and implement security measures that log or restrict usage. Understanding these configurations will allow you to manage your system's privileges effectively, protecting it from unauthorized changes and facilitating administrative tasks.