[HLUG] Permissions

[Mark Broadbent]

Hi Tom,

On 05/01/06, Tom English <mr_tom at o2.ie> wrote:
> Hi all,
>
> In trying to set some permissions, I've got lost, and ended up setting / to 777.

Was that just / or / and everything underneath it?

> When booting, I get errors about certain files being these permissions, but the odd file is easy to chmod.
>
> However, X doesn't work, and I think are some files which need to be 1777 (something to do with TCP??, not sure though).

Some parts of X require that the setuid bit to be set on some of it
binaries to allow normal users to access the video card.

> Is it possible to restore the permissions, or would it just be easier to backup, and re-install?

It's a backup and reinstall I'm afraid.

> Sorry wasn't at the meeting, will hopefully be able to get to one soon - I think sticking with tuesday may be the best option.

Surely you mean Thursday?

> I'm going to try and attend this months meeting, but cannot guarantee it...

Next time, try popping an email to the group and we'll try to help you
set up the permissions you require.

Cheers
Mark

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