How can I have system-config programs prompt for a user password rather than the root password on Red Hat Enterprise Linux?

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Release Found: Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5

Problem

system-config-* system administration tools like system-config-date prompt for the root password. How can I have them prompt for a user password instead (similar to configuring sudo)?

Solution

  • Create a group for the users who should be allowed to use these programs, or designate an exis...

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