Linux User IDs and Groups Quiz
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Which file is used to control group membership in Linux?

  • /etc/passwd
  • /etc/users
  • /etc/group (correct)
  • /etc/permissions

    • What is the default primary group for every user in Linux?

  • none (correct)
  • admin
  • root
  • default

    • What is the purpose of groups in Linux?

  • To assign unique user IDs
  • To establish user privileges
  • To organize users with shared permissions (correct)
  • To control file access rights

    • What is the range of user IDs for normal Linux users?

    <p>1000 and greater</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are user IDs and group IDs associated with names in Linux?

    <p>/etc/passwd and /etc/group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the level of access and privilege for a user's primary group in Linux?

    <p>The user's GID</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Can permissions on files and directories be modified at the group level in Linux?

    <p>Yes, at both user and group levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of user IDs (uids) in Linux?

    <p>To assign unique integer identifiers to users</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of group IDs (gids) in Linux?

    <p>To organize users with shared permissions</p> Signup and view all the answers

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