On 17 Sep 2001 09:28:57 -0400, Paul Rodríguez <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Is there a way I can set certain icons on a user's desktop that can can
> run a program as root? For example, for a system I am building for my
> mom, and icon that sets system time, or resets the dsl connection?
>
> -Paul Rodríguez
Giving a user direct access to root functionality is a major security risk, and
is not recommended. You can, however, have an icon query the user for a root
password when it is activated. In the link properties, place "kdesu -c " before
the command you wish to run as root.
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