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Adding a new user is a simple but essential part of managing a Linux-based server, such as Ubuntu, which we previously covered in the article: How to create a new user (Ubuntu). But what about removing a user that you no longer need? You could leave the account there....

By default, a new server (Cloud or Dedicated) will come with the root user and no additional users. Although the root user does not have any restrictions which allow you to manage your server fully, this can also be a liability from a security standpoint. Using a few simple...

Executing certain tasks or commands with elevated administrator (root) permissions can be an absolute necessity when managing your own server. However, you may not have access to the root account itself, or you may have that type of access limited on your server for security...