Linux Fundamentals - Creating a New User Using the adduser Command

The video tutorial covers user management in Linux, focusing on creating new users and groups using the 'add user' command. It explains the process of setting up a new user, including assigning a password and verifying the creation by checking the home directory and file permissions. The tutorial also highlights the differences between 'add user' and 'user add' commands, particularly in setting default shells. Finally, it demonstrates logging in as the new user and interacting with the system, setting the stage for a discussion on file permissions in the next lecture.

What command is used to add a new user in Linux?

• useradd

• adduser

• newuser

• createuser

What is automatically created when a new user is added in Linux?

• A new shell

• A new group with the same name as the user

• A new email account

• A new password

Which of the following is NOT a parameter you can set when creating a new user?

• Room number

• Work phone

• Full name

• Email address

What is the default shell set for a user created with the 'adduser' command?

• sh

• bash

• zsh

• csh

How can you verify the creation of a new user in Linux?

• By checking the system logs

• By restarting the system

• By checking the network settings

• By listing the contents of the home directory

What command is used to switch to a newly created user in Linux?

• switchuser

• login

• su

• changeuser

What does the 'su -' command do when logging in as a new user?

• It logs in without a password

• It logs in and changes the user's password

• It logs in with root privileges

• It logs in and switches to the user's home directory