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How to Reset Forgotten Root Password in Rocky Linux / AlmaLinux

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Nov 24, 2021

It happens. Yes, sometimes you can lose track of your passwords, including the root password which is critical in performing root privileged tasks. This can happen for a myriad of reasons including staying for a protracted period without logging in as a root user or having a complex root password – in which case you should consider using a password manager to safely store your password.
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