I cannot log into root from the login screen.

When in user login I can carry out most administrative tasks but for the few where I need root access when I login a quick message says something about no need to unpin.................

I need to edit etc/ppp/peers/options file but am uable to get to root.

I have tested root password and even allowing for different keyboards cannot login. Root password works for muser, minstall etc



"Una Salas victus nullam sperare salutem" - Virgil" The Aenid"

to edit a file as root, in a terminal type:

su

and you'll be prompted for your password.
Then at the terminal, type

leafpad
(or whatever editor you use).

I hope this helps.

Pedro

P.S. I don't think Antix allows root log in from slim. I could be wrong, maybe someone else will know for sure.

Alternatively, type sux rather than su, rox and navigate to the file/folder in rox. Right click on the file, open as text.

If you really want to be able to login as root (not advised), you can copy the .xinitrc file in your home folder to the root folder.

Thanks, I will try suggestions tonight.