How to use rsync daemon mode with password or specified password file?

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Issue

By default, rsync daemon mode is for  all users  to  be able to connect without a password (this is calle "anonymous rsync").

How to use rsync daemon mode with password or specified password file?

Environment

  • Red Hat Enterprise 3
  • Red Hat Enterprise 4
  • Red Hat Enterprise 5

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